02/08/1993
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"Americans have a right to know that the food they serve their families is safe, whether it comes from the far corners of the world or the corner produce stand."
"Foodborne illness is difficult to control in a changing world."
"But a recent GAO report showed that some importers are sidestepping our laws and getting contaminated food across our borders and onto our kitchen tables."
"While the majority of imported food is safe, problems do exist."