Don't Underestimate Your Power

I hate to break the bad news, but significant change in food production/industry/distribution isn't possible without heavy involvement in politics. And, since millions in this country, most likely including you as well, are apolitical, our current state of food won't improve. 

(I personally believe that if you aren't involved in the political process through voting, initiating legislation, or protesting, you are in no position to complain about the state of anything.)

Through research to answer my question, "What impact does lobbying by food industries have on the health of the nation?", I've found countless articles reporting on the latest congressional seat bought by a specific food company, skewed scientific studies supporting Big Food, and much worse. Unfortunately, I was not surprised. After all, what is the driving force of the powerful? Money. Like arm manufacturers that promote constant war and nationwide paranoia to increase sales and profit, food industries have no morals or ethics in their efforts to earn as much money, power, and influence. They will spend millions of dollars in buying politicians and scientists alike to produce studies or laws that favor them. Practically unlimited lobbying and contributions in the government has led to the demise of democracy and information that is vital for a free country. It's one thing to persuade a politician through money to vote in a particular way; that's politics. However, it's another thing to directly challenge science and create false studies that significantly impact the whole world. Science is supposed to be fact, to its best capability. 

It's not an exaggeration to claim that our government is aiding in the slow murder of American citizens. They're partaking in the spread of misinformation of health and food safety to all. 

   

The overturning of Citizens United, a 2008 supreme court case, should be one of the main priorities of those who seek real and permanent change to the way government functions and consequently, how food industry affects the health of the nation. With a limited access to politicians, their power will be significantly reduced and the government may actually begin to represent its constituents'             concerns and needs. The influence of food industries shouldn't be overlooked, they create our (unhealthy) food guideline,  contribute to misinformation, and increase the number of totally preventable diseases and illnesses. 

My questions to you:

1) Will you actively participate in politics knowing that you have the power to have your voice heard and responsibility to reclaim your democracy?

2) Do you think there is another way to limit the influence of food industries on our government/ food standards?