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Dr. Islam Siddiqui, a former lobbyist for CropLife America, is highlighted as the chief agricultural negotiator for the U.S. government. The hosts point out the conflict of interest in having a representative of the pesticide and biotech industries, including Monsanto, negotiating agricultural policy.
Recess Appointments, Islam Siddiqui and Harold Varmus
President Obama utilized recess appointments to place Islam Siddiqui, a pesticide industry lobbyist, as a chief agricultural negotiator. Additionally, Harold Varmus was appointed to lead the National Cancer Institute, despite past controversy regarding his removal of price caps on cancer medications.
