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On the recordNovember 17, 2004
One of my concerns is that the FDA has a relationship with drug companies that is far too cozy. That's exactly the opposite of what it should be. The health and safety of the public must be FDA's first and only concern.
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Chuck Grassley
Republican · Iowa

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Senator Grassley expresses concern about the FDA's relationship with drug companies during a congressional hearing.

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