[ExI] FDA Tells Google-Backed 23andMe to Halt DNA Test Service

[BillK]

On Thu, Nov 28, 2013 at 4:56 PM, Mike Dougherty  wrote:
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> Can you explain how information about my own genetics that I am buying from
> a company that provides this service should be blocked by the FDA?  I feel
> that we are either entitled to transact this business (in which case the FDA
> is interfering with my transaction) or we the people are too
> stupid/irresponsible to act on our own (in which case the FDA nanny is
> keeping us safe)  Honestly, if you can enlighten me I'd appreciate the
> effort.
>
>

Can you explain why I am not allowed to buy heroin and cocaine as I
feel like it?
Or drive at 100mph when I judge it safe to do so?
I am well able to behave responsibly and not cause damage to myself or others.
Does the nanny state see me as too stupid/irresponsible to act on my own?


BillK