D)Consumption.-- We support efforts to ensure truth in pricing,
packaging, lending, and advertising. We assert that the consumers' primary
responsibility is to provide themselves with needed goods and services of high
quality at the lowest cost consistent with economic practices. They
Consumers should exercise...Those who manufacture goods
and offer services serve society best when they aid consumers in fulfilling
these responsibilities. Consumers should evaluate...express
dissatisfaction with harmful economic, social, or ecological
practices...For example, these methods can be used to influence better
television and radio programming.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 20928-CS-73-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference