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Stallman, continued
Whether you’re going on a road trip or going around
the corner, wearing a seatbelt is one of the easiest
ways to keep safe on the road.
Real corporate responsibility begins with listening
to the people on the ground. Companies need to hear
from farmers and ranchers on how policies could
affect our ability to grow affordable food. Sweeping
gestures such as Chipotle’s recent announcement
that it is eliminating all or most genetically modified
ingredients from its menu are shortsighted. They
fail to count the cost to consumers, farmers and
the environment. Catchy but vague slogans touting
“natural ingredients” and “integrity” too often
mislead consumers, and have nothing to do with
keeping food safe and healthful.
5. Driving While Tired
According to the NHTSA, more than 83,000
crashes, and over 1,000 fatalities a year are the result
of drowsy driving. Driving while tired has similar
effects as drunk driving: slower reaction times,
decreased awareness and impaired decision-making.
Drowsy driving also includes falling asleep behind
the wheel, which can be fatal even if it only lasts a
few seconds. Commercial drivers and young drivers
(ages 16-25) are more likely to drive tired. Drinking
coffee, listening to music or opening a window can
help energize drivers; so can pulling over to a safe
area and taking a short nap.
6. Driving in Bad Weather
Snow, rain, sleet – bad weather conditions can
affect even the most careful drivers. The Federal
Highway Administration estimates that 23% of
crashes are related to weather and result in 6,250
deaths a year. Wet pavement is the leading cause
(74%), followed by rain (46%) and snow/sleet (15%).
When driving in inclement weather, make sure
your tires have adequate traction, your headlights
are working and you use chains or snow tires in the
winter. One of the easiest ways to stay safe in bad
weather is to simply slow down.
Wilfong, continued
Americans support COOL labeling. Organizations
such as the WTO should not be able to deny the
ability of Americans to know where our food comes
from. Little by little, we appear to be all