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From: Food Quality Magazine, 11.13.2012
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Ballot Measure Mandating Labels for Genetically Modified Food Defeated in California
Scientist group opposed proposition based on previous scientific findings
While most voters were following the presidential and U.S. Senate races on November 6, those interested in food safety were keeping a close eye on a ballot measure in California. Proposition 37, an initiative that would have mandated the labeling of most foods containing genetically modified ingredients, was soundly defeated, with 53% of initial votes rejecting the measure.
