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ABA to Testify on Importance of Grains at DGAC 
ABA will provide oral testimony to the USDA Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee on July 8. ABA will take the opportunity to educate the public on the health benefits of both whole and enriched grains as the base of a healthy diet. Specifically, ABA will discuss the history of enrichment; fortification health benefits related to folic acid and iron; the role of whole grains as a part of an overall healthy diet; and highlights of continual innovations by bakers to produce appealing healthful products.
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American Bakers PAC Hosts Industry Luncheon for Rob Portman, U.S. Senate Candidate (R-OH)
Former Congressman, U.S. Trade Rep & OMB Director will strive to bring fiscal discipline back to Washington
"American Bakers PAC is proud to support Rob Portman in his bid to become the next United States Senator from Ohio," said ABA PAC Chairman Steve Avera, Flowers Foods. "Mr. Portman brings a wealth of expertise to the table, from his time serving in the U.S. House of Representatives to his days running the Office of Management and Budget; but most importantly, his experience as a businessman gives him the tools needed to make a difference in today's political and economic environment." [more]
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GFF Bread Art Project Reaches Goal of 50,000!
GFF will match the 50,000 bread art creations with a $50,000 donation to Share Our Strength®, a non-profit leading the charge to end childhood hunger in America by 2015. In total, GFF will be donating $100,000 to Share Our Strength. Share Our Strength is committed to help give hungry children in our country access to nutritious meals.
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IBIE Education Sessions Added 
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Happy Independence Day! 
Enjoy the holiday weekend with lots of wonderful baked goods.
The ABA office will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observance of the federal holiday.
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The American Bakers Association (ABA) advocates on behalf of over 200 companies - both baking companies and their suppliers.
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$70B | The baking industry generates more than $70 billion in economic activity annually.
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ABA Membership & Communications Department Karin M. Soyster, CMP, CAE - Vice President, Membership Services
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