A summer of widespread outbreaks and product recalls has pushed food safety into the political spotlight.
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The lead up to the midterm elections is being shaped by a series of food safety crises. A summer defined by massive foodborne outbreaks and the recall of tens of thousands of pounds of products has turned the issue into a political flashpoint.
According to Food Safety News, these health scares have sickened numerous people, bringing the effectiveness of current safety protocols into question as candidates face scrutiny over the issue.
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