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The birth of the modern consumer movement

Planet Money

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Ralph Nader and the Auto Safety Revolution

Exploring the pivotal role of Ralph Nader in exposing safety issues in American cars through his book 'Unsafe at any speed', sparking a nationwide conversation on regulation and consumer advocacy. The chapter details the impact of Nader's activism on the auto industry and the broader consumer movement, leading to significant changes in safety practices and drawing attention from influential figures in Washington.

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