Richard Nixon'spolicy to ban DDT at all costs continues to kick Africa's hopes for economic progress and to condemn millions to death from mosquito and lice borne diseases.

Though DDT has proven to control malaria better than any other intervention, opposition to its use continues to mount.

DDT is saving lives in South Africa.

DDT has been more effective against malaria than any other intervention, but inaction and political hostility may halt its recent renaissance.

There can be few more compelling and tragic examples of the abuse of science and misuse in ongoing public policy than that of DDT and public health.

Figures involved in the Watergate scandal comment on resemblances, and differences, between the two "gates."