Unfortunately, the atmosphere we’re now in prohibits objective scientists from coming forward. And why should they, when they would be crucified by the press, the E.P.A. and the environmentalists? . . . Our stance has been that lead from gasoline does not and has not caused health problems, and I have not seen any data that convinces me differently.
Donald R. Lynam, director of air conservation at the Ethyl Corporation (one of the main companies invested in leaded gasoline). From New York Times, “Lead Industry Digs In Its Heels on Gas Additives,” by Kenneth B. Noblewashington.
Sunday, August 5, 1984
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