The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Food

Killer melons: 13 people are dead and 72 people are sick after eating listeria-contaminated cantaloupes. [MSNBC.com]

Banks aren’t lending to first-time farmers.  What does this mean for the next generation of American farmers? [NPR]

Some fast food chain restaurants have introduced alcohol on their menus, but the associated costs may not be worth it. [NY Times]

The RP’s Recipe of the Week: Fall is chili season.  Try this hearty vegetarian recipe. [AllRecipes.com]