History
Consumers Digest was founded by Arthur Weber in 1960 (from masthead). Since then, the Weber family has carried on the tradition of publishing the bimonthly magazine as well as specials and yearly auto guides. The magazine has long focused on not just reviewing products, but featuring editorial and commentary on emerging consumer issues such as unfair business practices and legislation affecting consumers. Consumers Digest sells its "Best Buy" awards to manufactures. Consumers have found this business model troubling, and have questioned the usefulness of an award that can be purchased by manufacturers.
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“The custard is setting; meanwhile
I not only have my own history to worry about
But am forced to fret over insufficient details related to large
Unfinished concepts that can never bring themselves to the point
Of being, with or without my help, if any were forthcoming.”
—John Ashbery (b. 1927)
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—Ishmael Reed (b. 1938)