Tom Harkin actually said...

In my view, these programs are now more important than ever, especially as we work to address significant environmental concerns like climate change.

Harkin stresses the critical need for conservation programs amid environmental issues.

06/03/2009

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Do I want safe products? Absolutely. For me, the question is who decides.

The FDA does not have subpoena power, does it?

To me, that choice is clear. We need safe products and we need innovation, and the best way to achieve both goals is not through litigation ...

So, the way I see it--before Riegel, the device manufacturers didn't know if they'd win or lose in a tort claim, right?