Michael Bender Quotes

The industry is concerned that people with will think 'don't eat fish,' - Michael Bender

The FDA's action level is four times less stringent than the EPA's warning. - Michael Bender

The authors admit that their studies did not address genetic sensitivity to mercury and neurological problems arising from exposure that may occur over time. The studies also didn't address the risks to the fetus from maternal mercury exposure. - Michael Bender

Pregnant women and parents of young children need point-of-sale warnings to make informed choices about the fish they purchase. - Michael Bender

Not only has the U.S. failed to take meaningful steps to clean up mercury power plant emissions at home, but they have consistently blocked international discussions that could have already led to global agreements on reducing mercury pollution. - Michael Bender

[Bender hopes that NAS report will turn things around.] This independent panel convened by Congress has done their job... It is finally time to move on. - Michael Bender

Page 1 of 1