Samantha King says tumult over Komen funding has been a distraction from the real issues facing women in this country. She says Komen has long been rightward leaning , focused on treatment , not causes . It is common practice for large foundations to enter into partnerships with corporations , to spend large sums on marketing and public relations , and to tailor their brands to what consumers want rather than their official missions . She asks : Group takes funds from chemical companies ; does that discourage focus on toxins ? King : Komen should use loyalty shown in supporters ' dismay over funding to redirect priorities .
Samantha King says tumult over Komen funding has been a distraction from the real issues facing women in this country. She says Komen has long been rightward leaning , focused on treatment , not causes . She asks : Group takes funds from chemical companies ; does that discourage focus on toxins ? King : Komen should use loyalty shown in supporters ' dismay over funding to redirect priorities .