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May 29, 2003
Auto Rates Should Be Based on How You Drive, Not Where You Live
CU urges California Insurance Commissioner to bar auto insurance rates based mostly on zip codes
CU Issues Advocacy Guide for Consumers
"Getting Action: How To Petition Government and Get Results"
May 27, 2003
Mad Cow Disease: Canada's Problem -- and America's
Printed in the NY Times: CU calls on the government to exercise much greater vigilance to prevent the emergence of mad cow disease
May 22, 2003
The A B C's of buying a mobile home
Consumers looking to purchase a manufactured home will have a new valuable resource at their fingertips on issues ranging from sales practices to financing
May 21, 2003
CU Launches Campaign to Overturn FCC Rule Changes
CU has launched a campaign to help marshal the diverse interests across the political spectrum who want to make sure that localism, diversity and competition are preserved.
May 20, 2003
CU Statement On Mad Cow Disease Found In Canada
CU commends the government for its fast-action in stopping imports of Canadian beef in light of the discovery of a case of mad cow disease in Alberta.
May 19, 2003
CFA Letter to the SEC Urging an Investigation into Accounting Abuses
Some in the accounting profession are attempting to undermine SEC rules requiring audit committees to pre-approve non-audit services.
May 13, 2003
CU Criticizes Bush WTO Challenge on Bioengineered Food
The Bush Administration's challenge in the WTO is a challenge to every consumer's basic right to know and to be assured of safety
May 11, 2003
Wireless Safety
Cell phones and safety are making news--none of it good for consumers.
Wireless Shopping
Shopping for wireless phone service could be easier than it is.
May 10, 2003
Did long-distance "slamming" get easier?
"Slamming" -- having your long-distance service switched to a different company without your consent -- remains a crime.
May 09, 2003
NewsCorp/Direct TV Deal Threatens Competition
Deal could lead to higher prices for consumers
May 04, 2003
Identity Theft: Action and Prevention for Consumers
If you have been a victim of identity theft, there are government and nonprofit resources to help you.
May 03, 2003
CU Comments to NHTSA Regarding Motor Vehicle Safety - Event Data Recorders
CU believes that the installation of EDRs in motor vehicles provides enormous potential for increasing road safety.