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      But Ms von der Leyen’s own political group, the Christian Democrat EPP, turned sour on it and now vehemently opposes it, claiming it will affect food security and undermine the income of farmers and disgruntle a European population focused more on jobs and their wallets.

      People who just care about their monthly income are not interested in the future of humanity. Of course, that’s a simplification because various farmers, land-owners, companies and industries, and old right-wing people all have their own problems with it, which generally involves: My Money vs the Future of Humanity

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      What makes it controversial

      The politics. Pros and contras etc. Interests of politicians, industry, Farmers, constituents, food &housing etc. The article has a good list of pro & contra . pro law

      contra law

      Ed: I don’t think it will be illegally acquired. In the Netherlands the Gvment is proposing a forced sale. Doesn’t make it a free choice though.