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Up For Debate: Should We Genetically Modify Food?

Up For Debate: Should We Genetically Modify Food?

By Newsy Staff

By Newsy Staff
August 16, 2018

August 16, 2018

Newsy partners with Intelligence Squared U.S. to restore critical thinking. In this debate, experts explore if we should genetically modify food.

SHOW TRANSCRIPT

In partnership with Intelligence Squared U.S., Newsy brings you a snapshot of "Up for Debate." In this episode, experts explore whether or not we should genetically modify food. Catch a new episode of the full debate Sunday at 9 a.m. ET.

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