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Because the risk is abstract and seems distant, so it's something that most people probably want but aren't thinking about actively fighting for. They might alr
by nerdponx 3y ago
Because the risk is abstract and seems distant, so it's something that most people probably want but aren't thinking about actively fighting for. They might already think that these things are better regulated than they are, and not realize how unsafe consumer products are. And on the other hand there are strong financial interests that are opposed to it, who are willing to spend a lot of resources on propaganda and bribes.
- lotsofpulp 3y agoBut how can the risk be abstract. It is molecules known to cause brain damage, surely at least by the educated leaders in Washington DC and their rich influencers. If you asked them to have their kids or grandkids live in a lead paint home and play with lead toys, they would surely say no. But lead in spices that gets ingested daily is not a concern for them? And it's not like testing for them would make a dent in the budget. And surely a significant majority take vitamins or supplements at some point. Who wouldn't want their vitamin to be what the bottle says?