Proponents of agricultural biotechnology argue that GE foods are safe, insisting they have been subjected to rigorous testing, are supported by sound science, and present no risk to the environment or to human health. They urge consumers to relax. Everything is going to be just fine. The arguments have not persuaded the public and for good cause. First, in science there are no final answers.
Data are never complete.
They are always evolving. The soul of the scientific process is challenge and revision based on new information. Three years ago sound science indicated FDA should approve the diet drug Phen-Fen. Last year new information, new sound science if you will, caused FDA to declare the drug extremely dangerous and to order the manufacturer to get it off the market immediately. Third, public policy on genetically engineered food products should be based on the most complete data and the most rigorous science.