Actually, the pure food movement came about at probably the lowest point of American food sanitation in the nation's history.

I'm of the belief, based on research and reading I've done, that the situation was fairly overblown.

I don't see the downside. If a company can't make a food that won't poison you, I don't really have any sympathy.

So, to be clear, you don't see the downside of less competition, of fewer options? Really? Keep in mind, it is not like every food producer was a problem.

Please stick to food regulation. Also note that in food regulation you're never 'exempt' from testing.

The comparison is absolutely apt. The end result is the same thing - regulations, put in place in the name of "safety," existing only to minimize the competitive atmosphere.