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GMO Labeling Battle Gets Fresh Kick-Start in Washington

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A leaked discussion draft by the Grocery Manufacturers Association suggests creating a national (albeit voluntary) labeling standard for foods containing genetically modified organisms, but activists say the association is clouding the issue. But environmentalists and organic food groups say the association has an ulterior motive.

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111 Intriguing Chats for 2011

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Individuals from North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Oregon, and Idaho stand alone as delegates from these states. ahier - Brian Ahier; The Dalles, Oregon; Passionate about healthcare, technology and government 2.0. benberkowitz - Benjamin Berkowitz; New Haven, Connecticut; SeeClickFix.com. Fun w/ wine. We teach it.

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Coronavirus Updates for Association and Events Professionals – What You Need to Know

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American Medical Association Opposes US Suspension of WHO Funding (source: Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security) April 15, 2020 – “During the worst public health crisis in a century, halting funding to the World Health Organization (WHO) is a dangerous step in the wrong direction that will not make defeating COVID-19 easier.

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Daily #COVID19 Updates for Association and Events Professionals – What You Need to Know

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American Medical Association Opposes US Suspension of WHO Funding (source: Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security) April 15, 2020 – “During the worst public health crisis in a century, halting funding to the World Health Organization (WHO) is a dangerous step in the wrong direction that will not make defeating COVID-19 easier.