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* ''[[The World According to Monsanto]]'' (2008) |
* ''[[The World According to Monsanto]]'' (2008)<ref>Good Reads [http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18119699-the-world-according-to-monsanto The World According to Monsanto (DVD) by Marie-Monique Robin, Jeffrey M. Smith]</ref> |
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* ''Everything you have to know about dangerous genetically modified foods'' (2009) |
* ''Everything you have to know about dangerous genetically modified foods'' (2009)<ref>Anti-Aging Therapeutics Volume XV, Volume 15 By A4M American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine [https://books.google.com/books? id=JEg9BAAAQBAJ&pg=PP64&dq=Everything+you+have+to+know+about+dangerous+genetically+modified+foods&hl=en&sa=X&ei=lc6KVI6sHNTg8AXnjoDQBw&ved=0CBwQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=Everything%20you%20have%20to%20know%20about%20dangerous%20genetically%20modified%20foods&f=false Vision Improvement Summary, Endocrine disrupters and genetically modified organisms negate the effects of an anti-aging protocol]</ref><ref>WorldCat [http://www.worldcat.org/title/everything-you-have-to-know-about-dangerous-genetically-modified-foods/oclc/723443044&referer=brief_results Everything you have to know about dangerous genetically modified foods]</ref> |
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* ''[[Seeds of Death: Unveiling the Lies of GMOs]]'' (2012) Runtime 1 hr. 20 min |
* ''[[Seeds of Death: Unveiling the Lies of GMOs]]'' (2012) Runtime 1 hr. 20 min<ref>Colorado 12 Public Television [http://www.cpt12.org/tv_schedule/program_details.cfm?id=120141203210000 Program Details Wednesday, December 3 at 9:00 pm on Channel 12.1 ]</ref><ref>Rotten Tomatoes [http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/seeds_of_death_unveiling_the_lies_of_gmos/ Seeds of Death: Unveiling the Lies of GMOs (2012)]</ref> |
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==Written work== |
==Written work== |
Revision as of 04:18, 15 December 2014
Jeffrey M. Smith | |
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Born | 1956 |
Nationality | American |
Education | Maharishi University of Management (formerly Maharishi International University) |
Occupation(s) | Consumer advocate, Author, Filmmaker, Activist, |
Website | www |
Jeffrey M. Smith (born 1956) is an American consumer activist,[2] self-published author and politician. He is also a film maker.[3] He is the author of two books on genetically engineered foods, one of which, Genetic Roulette - The Gamble of Our Lives, he produced as a film in 2012. He has appeared twice on The Dr. Oz Show.[4] Smith has worked with organic food marketers and alternative health product promoters[5] to advocate against genetically modified food. Supporters identify Smith as an influential educator on the alleged risks associated with genetically modified foods, while others point out Smith's lack of scientific background or expertise in the field.[4] In 1998, Smith ran unsuccessfully for Congress as a candidate for the Natural Law Party.[6] Smith is currently the executive director and sole employee of the Institute for Responsible Technology.[7]
Early life
Jeffrey Smith grew up in New York City[1] and attended Maharishi University of Management in Fairfield, Iowa in the 1980s.[8]
Career
Political
Smith was a Natural Law Party member in 1996 and participated in a TM-Sidhi program yogic flying demonstration in Des Moines, Iowa.[9] In 1998 he became the party's candidate for U.S. Congress in Iowa’s First District to raise awareness about GMOs.[6] Smith received less than 1% of the vote, losing to Republican Jim Leach.[10] Smith worked for several years as a marketing consultant and nonprofit marketing advisor.[1]
Consumer activist
Smith has opposed the use of genetically modified foods since they were introduced in the 1990s.[1][11][12] As of 2000, Smith was the spokesperson and vice president for the accredited genetically modified organism (GMO) testing company, Genetic ID.[13][14] Smith authored the books Seeds of Deception in 2003[15] and Genetic Roulette in 2007.[16] In 2012 Smith directed and produced Genetic Roulette, a documentary film narrated by Lisa Oz [17] and critical of genetically modified food.[18] Smith is the executive director of the Institute for Responsible Technology and the director of the Campaign for Healthier Eating in America."[19][20][21]
A variety of American organic food companies see Smith "as a champion for their interests",[1] and Smith's supporters describe him as "arguably the world's foremost expert on the topic of genetically modified foods".[22] In contrast, Michael Specter, writing in The New Yorker, reported that Smith was presented as a "scientist" on The Dr. Oz Show despite his lack of any scientific experience or relevant qualifications.[4] Bruce Chassy, a molecular biologist and food scientist, wrote to the show arguing that Smith's "only professional experience prior to taking up his crusade against biotechnology is as a ballroom-dance teacher, yogic flying instructor, and political candidate for the Maharishi cult’s natural-law party."[4]
The director of the Organic Consumers Association says Smith is "respected as a public educator on GMOs", while "supporters of biotechnology" have described him as "misinformed and misleading".[1] Jon Entine, a writer and public relations professional accused Smith of being "an activist with no scientific or medical background" and claimed that Smith's views amount to "near-hysterical criticism".[23]
Audio
- Don't put that in your mouth! : why eating genetically modified food is gambling with your health in every bite (2008) [24]
Films
Director
- Genetic Roulette: The Gamble of Our Lives (2012) Runtime: 1 hr. 26 min [25][26]
Producer
Featured
- The World According to Monsanto (2008)[29]
- Everything you have to know about dangerous genetically modified foods (2009)[30][31]
- Seeds of Death: Unveiling the Lies of GMOs (2012) Runtime 1 hr. 20 min[32][33]
Written work
Author
- Genetic Roulette: The Documented Health Risks of Genetically Engineered Foods [34]
- Seeds of Deception (2003) [35]
- Hard to Swallow: The Dangers of GE Food - An International Expose (2003) [36][37][38]
- Are Genetically Altered Foods Promoting Autism [39]
Foreword and introductions
- What's in Your Milk by Samuel S. Epstein [40][41]
References
- ^ a b c d e f Gillam, Carey (March 7, 2008). "U.S. activist circles globe to fight biotech crops". Reuters UK. Cite error: The named reference "Reuters 2008" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ^ (April 27, 2012) New GMO crops proposed, consumers want labeling, CBS News, accessed Dec 16, 2012
- ^ Tampa Eventful Jeffrey Smith-author/filmmaker, leading spokesperson on GMO health dangers in Tampa
- ^ a b c d Specter, Michael (February 4, 2013). "The Operator". New Yorker.
- ^ Health Freedom Expo - See GMO expert Jeffrey Smith, Health Freedom Expo, Chicago, June 7–9, 2013.
- ^ a b Slockett, Tom (November 3, 1998). "November 3, 1998 General Election". Johnson County Auditor Commissioner of Elections and Voter Registration. Retrieved Dec 16, 2012.
- ^ Institute for Responsible Technology & YES! Books
- ^ Maharish University Purusha students, MUM 1985-1986 Yearbook, pg. 40.
- ^ 'Yogic flying,' third-party candidates promoted, Bush, Bill, The Illinois State Journal-Register (Springfield, IL), October 23, 1996.
- ^ Statistics of the Congressional Election of November 3, 1998, House of Representatives, January 3, 1999, page 16
- ^ Unknown Author (Feb 25, 2011) Shoppers wary of GM foods find they're everywhere, USA Today, "Smith, an activist who has fought the expansion of genetically engineered foods since they were first introduced 15 years ago"
- ^ Jolnick, Mary Clare (Feb 11, 2005). "Genetically altered foods a major part of our diets". NBC News. Retrieved Feb 15, 2013.
- ^ Gersema, Emily (May 20, 2001). "Farming industry, consumers leery of another biotech scare; 'Big motivator': USDAchanges how corn supplies are sampled". Telegraph-Herald (Dubuque).
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- ^ Pierce, Victoria (January 3, 2004). "Author disputes safety of nonorganic food Activist says genetic modification is dangerous to health". Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL).
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has generic name (help) - ^ (April 27, 2012) Genetically modified crops resistant to 2,4-D spur debate, calls for labeling CBS News, accessed Dec 19, 2012
- ^ "An interview with GMO expert Jeffrey M. Smith". Chico (CA) News Enterprise. September 15, 2011.
- ^ Entine, John (October 19, 2012). "Malpractice on Dr. Oz: Pop Health Expert Hosts Anti-GM Food Rant; Scientists Push Back". Forbes. Retrieved December 16, 2012.
- ^ WorldCat Don't put that in your mouth! : why eating genetically modified food is gambling with your health in every bite
- ^ Rotten Tomatoes Genetic Roulette: The Gamble of Our Lives (2012)
- ^ Institute for Responsible Technology Watch Genetic Roulette!
- ^ issu Issues Magazine September 2012 Food for Thought bt Marion Desborugh
- ^ Vegan Magazine May 3, 2013 Are GMOs Promoting Autism?
- ^ Good Reads The World According to Monsanto (DVD) by Marie-Monique Robin, Jeffrey M. Smith
- ^ Anti-Aging Therapeutics Volume XV, Volume 15 By A4M American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine id=JEg9BAAAQBAJ&pg=PP64&dq=Everything+you+have+to+know+about+dangerous+genetically+modified+foods&hl=en&sa=X&ei=lc6KVI6sHNTg8AXnjoDQBw&ved=0CBwQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=Everything%20you%20have%20to%20know%20about%20dangerous%20genetically%20modified%20foods&f=false Vision Improvement Summary, Endocrine disrupters and genetically modified organisms negate the effects of an anti-aging protocol
- ^ WorldCat Everything you have to know about dangerous genetically modified foods
- ^ Colorado 12 Public Television Program Details Wednesday, December 3 at 9:00 pm on Channel 12.1
- ^ Rotten Tomatoes Seeds of Death: Unveiling the Lies of GMOs (2012)
- ^ CNN 10 ways to keep your diet GMO-free By Julie Taylor
- ^ County of San Luis Obispo, California website County of Santa Cruz A Report from the GE Subcommittee of The Public Health Commission May, 2006
- ^ Hard to Swallow: The Dangers of GE Food - An International Expose Hard to Swallow: The Dangers of GE Food - An International Expose Craig Potton Publishing, 2003 - Agricultural biotechnology - 289 pages ISBN 1877333115, 9781877333118
- ^ Good Reads Hard to Swallow ISBN 9781877333118
- ^ WorldCat Hard to swallow : the dangers of GE food : an international exposé
- ^ Autism Daily Newscast November 17, 2014 Are GMO’s Causing Autism? by Laurel Joss
- ^ Huffington Post American Public Health Association: Ban Genetically Engineered Hormonal rBGH Milk, Meat Adulterated With Sex Hormones
- ^ World-Wire FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dr. Samuel Epstein's 20 Year Fight Against Biotech, Cancer-Causing Milk