Fluoride letter tried to scare people

Carolyn V. Brown's letter, "Looking ahead after fluoride decision," posted Oct. 24, tries to scare folks. Does she not realize that there are thousands and thousands of people worldwide who drink well water with no addition of fluoride? I know some of these people personally. They have better teeth and gums than I do - and I was raised with a fluoridated system. I'd rather not have it forced on me.

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Andrea Ballew

Shelton, Wash.