WRVO NPR News: Tom Devine on The Campbell Conversations
Summary: GAP Legal Director Tom Devine appeared at Syracuse University last week as a part of the American Whistleblower Tour to talk about the challenges whistleblowers face, the limited protections they currently have, and their importance in society.
Fargo Forum (ND): Jury Awards $900K to Former MeritCare Surgeon
Summary: A county jury has awarded $900,000 to a former surgeon who had filed a whistleblower suit against healthcare provider MeritCare, alleging he was fired after raising concerns about disposable breathing devices being reused and about the work of another surgeon.
Congresswoman Asks Food Industry to Share Antibiotic Use Policies
Summary: Rep. Louise Slaughter (D-Ny) sent a letter last week to 60 top food companies asking for their stance on antibiotic use in animal food production. GAP's Food Integrity Campaign explains why increased transparency on industry practices is needed as government regulation of antibiotic overuse remains lacking.
Hannah Johnson is Communications Associate for the Government Accountability Project, the nation's leading whistleblower protection and advocacy organization.
