Odessa American in Odessa, Texas

Nader warns of return to Jungle meat era under Reagan

Ralph Nader told a Chicago press conference at the Chicago Dental Society meeting that Reagan administration moves to weaken food safety acts threaten meat and poultry inspection and 1960s additives gains. He cited reduced staff and reporting, calling for citizen action and releasing Return to The Jungle. He also urged dentistry reform to lower costs and broaden access, and endorsed hygienists in private practice if standards hold.