Editorial: Be skeptical of Initiative 522 on GMO labeling | Editorials | The Seattle Times

Editorial: Be skeptical of Initiative 522 on GMO labeling | Editorials | The Seattle Times

Seattle Times Editorial: Be skeptical of Initiative 522 on GMO labeling

Initiative 522 is billed as an issue of consumer choice. If passed, it may do more harm than good.

CONSUMERS absolutely have a right to know what they are eating is safe, but Initiative 522’s purpose of singling out genetically engineered foods for labeling isn’t the answer to our health questions.

This session, the Legislature must decide between passing I-522 into law or sending it to the ballot. Lawmakers say a vote of the people is more likely. That is the wiser course.

The dialogue should center on science. And so far — there is no reliable evidence crops containing genetically modified organisms, commonly referred to as “GMO” foods, pose any risks