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by dls2016 2567 days ago
> They were probably exposed to 2,4D, not glyphosate

Ok, and...? I'm not well-versed in these things, but a quick google suggests the situation with 2,4-D is the same: anecdotal evidence of birth defects and cancers, lack of research into these topics and, miraculously, an EPA declaration that they're safe.

> If they're using undocumented workers do you think they're going to prevent them from being exposed to a key ingredient in Agent Orange?

No, of course I don't think the employers or regulators are protecting the workers. That's my entire point.