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American Experience December 17, 2020 1h 8m

FDA at Your Dinner Table: The history of food safety | Past Forward

Summary

The program centers on the history of food safety regulations in the United States, inspired by the film "The Poison Squad" and its depiction of Harvey Wiley's fight for consumer protection. Key subjects include the establishment of the FDA and the government's role in a safe food supply chain. The practical takeaway is to understand this history and what consumers can do to protect themselves.

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