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Here’s an excellent op-ed from Senator， John McCain published in the NYT.
Source: John McCain: I Choose the Kurds https://nyti.ms/2h59XLN
John McCain is right to support the Kurds. Sadly, it reminds me of Kissinger’s agreement at the end of the Vietnam War, the US government abandoned their ally South Vietnam.
Most importantly, McCain is right about a strategy for the Middle East. With ISIS deposed, Iran is bolstering her influence.
Thoughts?
English: Official logo of the World Economic Forum. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
WEF warns that trade and investment agreements can increase consumption of unhealthy foods, sugary drinks and tobacco – leading to soaring rates of obesity and chronic diseases globally.
Source: There’s a suprising connection to obesity we haven’t even considered | World Economic Forum
As US adult obesity levels reach 40% and the CDC warns that 40% of cancers linked to obesity, the WEF rightly targets tobacco, unhealthy foods and alcohol products. WEF reports that alongside physical inactivity, consumption of these products is one of the main drivers of non-communicable deseases (NCDs).
Having travelled extensively in the developing world, I’ve seen first hand the correlation between increased trade and higher consumption of junk food and alcohol.
Unfortunately, the tabacco, food and drinks industry has a very poweful lobby and governments are way behind the curve with effective intervention.
Thoughts?
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