All quotes taken from the May 28th, 2009 North American Metal Packaging Alliance "BPA Joint Trade Association Meeting on Communications Strategy" minutes (pdf) obtained by Environmental Working Group.
Their "holy grail" spokesperson would be a "pregnant young mother who would be willing to speak around the country about the benefits of BPA."
Focusing on the impact of BPA bans on minorities (Hispanic and African American) and poor is also important.
... legislators worry about how moms will react.
... protect industries that use BPA, prolong the life of BPA, put risks from chemicals in proper prospective [sic] ... put the danger of BPA into perspective.
Attendees suggested using fear tactics (e.g. "Do you want to have access to baby food anymore?")
... focusing on more legislative battles and befriending people that are able to manipulate the legislative process.
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