Monday, January 25, 2010
The White House Goes Organic.
I was really impressed when I read this article about the Obamas. "Obama and the children used only organic fertilizers and insect repellents, and instead of chemical pesticides, ladybugs and praying mantises are being used to control harmful insect populations." According to the article, this is to start a healthy lunch campaign. What is great about this is that it will get people to lean towards going green. "The number of Americans who buy organic food on a weekly basis currently sits at a 25 percent minority. That number will likely rise as the White House garden gets continued press when its organic produce is served at various Washington, D.C., functions." I think that having this out there will inspire more people to think about going organic, even if it is a bit more expensive. "[Michelle Obama]is doing it because she believes it's the right thing. Therefore, that's what's going to happen and that's what's going to affect public opinion.” Even better is that they aren't just promoting organic foods, but eco friendly as well by not using pesticides in their garden.
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I really agree with this article, because if people start seeing the president and his family promoting organic foods, then everyone will want it, No matter what price they have to pay. Organic is a good choice because there is no pesticides included in making it, and you know exactly what is in your food. I also like how the Obama's are doing this as a part of a campaign for healthy lunches for kids, and letting the kids be a part of it.
ReplyDeletei agree with rachel, i feel the first family should be doing this, as they are the ones to set an example as to what americans should do. and if people see them people might feel they should do the same and follow in his footsteps
ReplyDeleteThis is really awesome that the Obama's are doing this because I really believe it will inspire people to follow in their lead. It is important that "famous" people do these types of thing because we are more likely to follow trends that people we look up to are doing, especially since it will be more highly publicized and in our faces.
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