Is it bad to buy Girl Scout cookies? An analysis of ethics and ingredients
                                
                                
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                                The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led entrepreneurial initiative in the world, generating millions in revenue for local troops. But as annual sales approach, some consumers are asking: Is it bad to buy Girl Scout cookies? Recent controversies over ingredients, environmental impact, and ethics have complicated the beloved tradition, prompting a closer look at what your purchase supports.