For Prop. 37

      The population who was for the law against genetic engineering or Prop.37 had a lot to say about the health issues it caused. They even called the movement “Crusade against Frakenfood”. If the law were to pass it would most like spread across the rest of the U.S. Thus, it will impact how our entire food system is organized. The system will be more concentrated on small, organic producers instead of big corporate businesses. In addition, this movement sparked interest in thousands of endorsements for health, public interest, and food advocacy groups. 

From Phawker.com

         Even 61 other countries have food labeling laws about genetically modified foods. In 2011, 88 percent of corn and 94 percent soybeans were from genetically engineered seeds. This is a reason why Californians want change in what is genetically engineered. They are concerned about the genetically engineered organisms that can contain viruses and foreign genes and they feel they should be prevented. “There is a movement. You see it when you go to the farmers market…People are getting very interested in where there food comes from.”(p.1 article California’s Food Safety.)

Why Pass It? :

-Prevents foreign viruses

-New organization of nations food

-Helps the smalls business community

-Good for your family’s health