For those unenlightened, this is a Tide Pod:
Tide Pods are little packets of detergent and fabric softener that you add to your laundry machine. They take the hassle out of measuring your detergent and softener.
In the wake of this accident the grandmother spoke out, upset over the whole situation, calling for changes in the way these pods look. This was seen by a Minnesota congresswoman, who wrote up some letter/bill/thing, that was submitted to the Consumer Products Safety Commission, saying that these pods look to much like candy and therefore pose a risk for children and must be made to look less appetizing/appealing to children.
This has spawned many groups and caused much butt hurt. Take this for example:
Sure, it looks appealing, but that's why you store it in a locked cabinet!
Somehow this has become Tides' fault and something Tide must fix.
Wait, what? I am sorry, but somehow this is Tides' fault that this grandmother wasnt watching her grandchild?
NO! This is 100% grandmas' fault.
What ever happened to locking your chemicals in a cupboard? Or placing them on shelving out of the reach of children? Why should Tide be responsible for your child?
Look. Companies should be responsible for their products, I agree, however they shouldnt be held responsible for you, your child, your dog... That is why there is a warning on the back saying: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN! This saying isnt new. It has been around for many years.
So, how about, instead of going after big business, you take some time to put your chemicals up, or in locked cabinets, and be a parent. Watch your kids. Punish them for doing something wrong. Take some damn responsibility for your kids. This isnt Tides fault, its yours. Deal with it.
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