Sep 7 2009
The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) today reaffirmed the need for an asbestos ban this Labor Day, as America honors the workforce that continues to power the nation, even in the wake of the economic downturn. In addition, ADAO remembers the legacy of Warren Zevon, who passed away from the asbestos cancer, mesotheolioma, six years ago. Zevon’s son, Jordan Zevon, serves as the official ADAO spokesperson.
“This Labor Day, we cannot help but be reminded that countless workers continue to be unknowingly exposed to the deadly asbestos mineral in their daily jobs,” stated Linda Reinstein, ADAO Executive Director. “We remain optimistic that Congress will pass ban asbestos legislation combining the strongest language of S. 742 and H.R. 6903 and President Obama will immediately sign the bill into law. It is time to end the tragedy of asbestos for workers and others who are unknowingly exposed. Warren Zevon’s loss is a tragic reminder that anyone can become an asbestos victim and without a full ban, we may never fully remove the threat of this carcinogen. We are immensely thankful for Jordan’s continued commitment to help spread the word about the importance of this bill, and we are so grateful he is part of our ADAO family.”
"Six years later and it feels like my father's killer, asbestos, which happens to be a mass murderer is still walking the streets,” stated Jordan Zevon, ADAO Spokesperson. “We pride ourselves on justice for all, but there's no justice until the asbestos ban becomes a reality. And the body count will continue to rise."
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