--- On Fri, 4/15/11, United Farm Workers <[email protected]> wrote:
Toxic pesticide up for
re-evaluation. Stop its use now.
For the last 5 years, we've been
tirelessly working to stop the use of methyl iodide, a cancer causing pesticide
that scientists call, "one of the most toxic chemicals on earth." In March of
2010, the UFW even took legal action joining with other environmental groups.
Our hard work is paying off: The U.S.
EPA has announced it will reconsider its decision to allow the use of this
toxic pesticide. It has opened a public comment period.
On April 28th, the day before the EPA's comment period closes, the UFW and our
partners' goal is to turn in a petition with 200,000 signatures. We already
have more than 40,000 signatures.
Won't
you sign and help us reach our goal?
The science is clear: This pesticide is
too toxic to be used safely. But big ag wants it, and they are used to getting
what they want.
As Cesar Chavez said, "Why do we allow
farm workers to carry the burden of pesticides on their shoulders?"
Help us get rid of this toxin for once
and for all. Sign our petition and urge the EPA and Administrator Lisa Jackson
to do their job and protect the people.
Si Se Puede!
Sign the petition at:
http://action.ufw.org/mi411
Please make a donation to continue Cesar's vision of justice for farmworkers.
Go to: https://secure.ufw.org/page/contribute/memorialgift
Check out our website at: www.ufw.org and keep up with the latest news.
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