Consumers are frequently being ignored when it comes to maintaining strict National Organic Standards, while industry is being offered an[…]
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And the Awards Go to…
If you've ever wondered whether all your calls, e-mails, and letters to federal legislators are making a difference for animals,[…]
Read moreWater Fight: Bolivia vs. Bechtel
Last week brought an end to one of the greatest water battles in history. The people of Bolivia have successfully[…]
Read moreThe Warm Fuzzies
Buffalo Exchange, a trendy vintage clothing store chain, is partnering with The HSUS to collect furs for our Coats for[…]
Read moreUnited Nations: U.S. Aligned With Iran in Anti-Gay Vote
In a reversal of policy, the United States on January 23rd backed an Iranian initiative to deny United Nations consultative[…]
Read moreHorses betrayed by USDA
U.S. Department of Agriculture might put all of your hard work to save horses from slaughter at risk, and we[…]
Read moreSenator Brownback Derogatory Use of 'Fruits' Sinks Below Decency
Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese sent the following letter to Sen. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., following a recent interview the[…]
Read moreEnvironmental Defense and ITDP Honor Seoul Mayor Myung-Bak Lee for Sustainable Transport Practices
At a public reception on Sunday, January 22, Myung Bak Lee, the Mayor of Seoul, Korea will be honored with[…]
Read moreWashington State Bans Discrimination Against Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Citizens
The Washington state Senate passed a bill on January 27th protecting gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people from discrimination, making[…]
Read moreNew York City's Visionary Initiative To Cut Nitrogen Discharge By 60%
Nitrogen discharge from New York sewage plants that impairs the Long Island Sound ecosystem will be cut by nearly 60%[…]
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