Our Impact
The work of the National Consumers League is making a difference in people’s lives across the country. Meet some of the consumers touched by our programs.
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Preventing yet another victim
Paige, 55, a Nashville wife and mother of two, answered an employment ad for secret shoppers. Before sending payment to the scammers, she reached out to NCL.
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Building a stronger generation
A grease fire flared up in Decklan’s kitchen. As his family scrambled and panicked, fearing that the whole house might erupt in flames, Decklan remained calm. He hurried over to the pantry, grabbed some baking soda, and dumped it on the fire quickly extinguishing the blaze.
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Script Your Future saved my life
Cincinnati resident Charles, 45, lost his computer business — and health insurance— during a time of economic downturn. A diabetic, Charles was now unable to afford his medication. He stopped taking it which made him seriously ill and put his life at risk.
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For a safer workplace
Jeremy is a fast-food worker who has been employed at a number of Chipotle restaurants in New York City. When he was just 20 years old, he took part in an NCL research project that revealed that management practices within the fast food chain were putting workers—and food safety for customers—at risk.
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Featured Content
NCL applauds Congress’s passage of aviation consumer protection improvements
Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed a bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration through 2028, sending it to the president.
NCL statement on Senate Reintroduction of Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act
Last week, Senate Democrats reintroduced legislation to revamp federal cannabis policy. The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act aims to legalize cannabis at the federal level, create a new regulatory framework for cannabis, expand research into cannabis’ potential and risks, and more.
Tips for gifting tickets for the holidays – National Consumers League
December 5, 2011
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Advocacy group warning seasonal workers: don’t fall victim to wage theft – National Consumers League
November 28, 2011
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NCL decries presidential candidate Gingrich’s attack on child labor laws – National Consumers League
November 22, 2011Contact: NCL Communications, (202) 835-3323, media@nclnet.org
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Black Friday/Cyber Monday news: Internet holiday shopping tips for savvy consumers – National Consumers League
November 22, 2011Contact: (202) 835-3323, media@nclnet.org
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NCL statement in support of increased FDA funding – National Consumers League
November 15, 2011Contact: NCL Communications, (202) 835-3323, media@nclnet.org
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NCL statement in support of the Wireless Tax Fairness Act – National Consumers League
November 4, 2011Contact: NCL Communications, (202) 835-3323,…
Surgeon General joins Baltimore launch of national Script Your Future campaign to highlight importance of taking medication as directed – National Consumers League
November 2, 2011Contact: Kerry O’Neill, (410) 902-5035, koneill@mghus.com
Baltimore,…
Advocates mourn passing of Virginia Knauer – National Consumers League
October 31, 2011Contact: NCL Communications, (202) 835-3323,…
Stock up on worker-friendly treats this Halloween – National Consumers League
October 28, 2011
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NCL testimony at the FDA on Prescription Drug User Fee Act – National Consumers League
October 24, 2011
Docket No. FDA-2010-N-0128
Public hearing…