We have even come across fabricated data. But once the plausibility of certain types of medical conditions is established, the burden of proof should not be on the people who are ill. I don't believe health studies should be carried out by DOE, which, as owner of these plants, has a manifest conflict of interest. We need some other agency, such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with oversight by another appropriate agency such as the surgeon general's office. I want to stress that it is very important that studies should not swallow up a disproportionate amount of resources.
Studies are important.
But meeting health needs and restoring a modicum of confidence in the honesty and accountability of government as regards to the problems it has, or may have caused, should be the principal aims. The Tennessean A Gannett Co. Inc. newspaper Use of this site signifies that you agree to our terms of service.