Political Food

It seems like food used to be simple. But now it's a political issue. Is it local? Treated? Genetically modified? Humane? Fairly traded? Wasted? That being said, it's still a bit surprising to find such a mix of politics and food at the farmers' market. It is mostly just food, but there are also people there looking to get you registered to vote (they got me), tell you why abortions are bad, convert your religion, which can be a lot to take in at 9 on a Saturday morning, and today there were also the Raging Grannies. I've heard about them before, but never seen them in person till today. I like their style -- they've got something to say, but don't take themselves too seriously, at least not all the time.