What are some of the advocacy campaigns Consumers Union is involved in?

Consumers Union engages in various advocacy campaigns to protect and empower consumers. One notable campaign is focused on ensuring access to safe and affordable healthcare for all. They actively support policies that promote affordable prescription drugs, expanded access to healthcare services, and improved patient safety. Another crucial campaign is aimed at enhancing consumer privacy and data security. Consumers Union advocates for robust privacy regulations, data breach notifications, and consumer control over personal information. Additionally, they work towards increasing food safety and sustainability by pressuring policymakers to strengthen food regulations, improve labeling practices, and reduce the use of harmful pesticides. Consumers Union also strives to safeguard consumer rights and fight against deceptive advertising practices, unfair business practices, and other issues negatively impacting consumers’ day-to-day lives.