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The birth of the modern consumer movement

Planet Money

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Consumer Rights vs. Corporate Interests

This chapter examines the tension between the rising consumer movement and established corporate interests in the 1970s. It highlights key events, such as a significant softball game that symbolizes the interplay of politics and consumer advocacy, and discusses the establishment of a consumer protection agency amidst political pushback. The narrative underscores the ongoing struggles and shifts in consumer regulation, foreshadowing challenges faced during subsequent administrations.

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