Auto Response from Marco Rubio (thanking me for my concerns on genetically engineered food)

Auto Response from Marco Rubio (thanking me for my concerns on genetically engineered food)

Cameron Lehrer

9/3/2015

So I practice in the South Florida Community. As most people know we have
an extremely large Medicare Beneficiary population. Just as most or all O&P
professional and amputees are concerned about the proposed LCD change to
Medicare (most likely influencing private insurances as well) I did what I
could to promote the We the People petition and information to the
general public through social media outlets.

Of course I signed the petition, and even filled out AOPA's form letter to
send to FL Rep. Lois Frankel, Sen. Marco Rubio, and Sen. Bill Nelson. I
only received one response - It was Sen. Marco Rubio. His form response was
ridiculous - He thanked me for my concerns regarding genetically engineered
food! What a joke this guy is... didn't have my vote before, but
certainly never have it now. What a dolt!

This guy, who is a Senator in a state with one of the highest Medicare
populations, couldn't be bothered to have one of his aids research or even
skim through the email to send out the correct form letter response.

I love how he thanks me for expressing my concerns, and how it is an honor
and privilege to serve the people of Florida and the U.S.

Yes, your non-related response speaks volumes of how much you care, and
what an honor it is to serve the people of FL - NO ONE who is an amputee or
works in O&P should even consider voting for this troglodyte in his
presidential campaign.

I attached his auto response email below for everyone's amusement.


Cameron Lehrer, LPO
Fort Lauderdale, FL

*Responding to your message*
2 messages
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*Senator Marco Rubio *< <Email Address Redacted> >Mon, Aug 31, 2015 at
9:40 PM
To:



Dear Mr. Lehrer,



Thank you for contacting me regarding genetically engineered food. I
appreciate hearing from you and would like to take this opportunity to
address your concerns.



Over the past twenty years, advances in biotechnology have led to the
increased use of genetic engineering to produce many of the food products
consumed by Americans. Originally, genetic engineering was used to enhance
the production yield and resiliency of field crops, like tomatoes and corn,
but modern techniques have expanded the use of genetic engineering to a
wide range of commercially available food products, like dairy, fish, and
meat. Additionally, genetically engineered food products have been safely
approved by the Food and Drug Administration.



As you may know, Representative Mike Pompeo (R-KS) introduced H.R.1599, the
Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015, which would establish a
federal standard preventing mandatory labeling of genetically modified
ingredients in food, unless the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finds
such foods unsafe. On July 23, 2015, the bipartisan legislation passed the
House of Representatives by a vote of 275-150.



I believe common-sense, market-oriented solutions based on sound science
are the best approach to protecting consumers. I will remain mindful of
your concerns should legislation addressing genetically engineered food
come before the full Senate for consideration.



Again, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with me. It is
an honor and privilege to serve the people of Florida in the United States
Senate. If I can be of further assistance please do not hesitate to
contact my office.



Sincerely,

Marco Rubio
United States Senator

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Cameron M. Lehrer,LPO, CPO