Viewpoint: 15 explanations for why activists lie and try to scare people about 'killer' chemicals, genetically engineered crops and nuclear energy
We always hear NGOs saying that we cannot trust industry, that we have to exclude industry evidence or that industry lobbyists are spreading deception and falsehood. We are constantly reminded of the few cases where industry actors had lied or withheld important information in the last century. But I worked in industry for 15 years and I did not see any of this. Instead I saw a strict application of ethical practices, adherence to codes of conduct and genuine efforts to develop product stewardship and sustainable development.I also saw a lot of activists outside of our offices spreading lies a...
Source: geneticliteracyproject.org