| "Never before in history have human communities been so interdependent in the sharing of natural resources, participating in a global economy, and confronting gross inequalities of income and economic opportunity. We share the same air, oceans, climate, and are universally affected by environmental degradation. Food security and health are basic human rights for everyone. We share a responsibility for our actions that transcend time, place, and generations. Future generations will inherit the consequences of current practices in farming, food consumption, and stewardship of the environment." Robert S. Lawrence, MD Director |