Message to Congress: Reject Bailout Bill, Add Consumer Protections
The U.S. Senate had the opportunity this week to listen to the American people. Unfortunately, senators didn't seem to get the message. The bill the Senate approved Wednesday night is deeply flawed and loaded with unnecessary corporate handouts. We urge Congress to reject the bailout bill and craft a new proposal that provides consumers more protection and re-regulates the financial services industry.
PC to FDA: Ban Over-the-Counter Cough and Cold Meds for Kids
Public Citizen testifed to the FDA that over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicines for children should be banned. Medical research proves that children younger than 12 taking these drugs fare no better than children who take no drugs at all. So why is the federal administration dragging its feet on this issue? The law is clear: unsafe, ineffective products should be removed from the market.
