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Anti-Research Advocacy in Madison

Critter News

Interesting article on anti-animal research advocacy in Madison, WI. Madison is a key battleground because it is one of only 8 cities with primate centers in the country.

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What’s Up with the ABA?  Part II (Some Suggestions)

10,000 Birds

In my view, the ABA should strongly consider: (1) becoming more welcoming to new birders, and (2) increasing and formalizing ABA advocacy on issues relevant to birders. * * *. The content of Birding was daunting, with detailed articles distinguishing seemingly identical birds. Members will likely also have suggestions for advocacy.

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On Surreal Lobster Advocacy

Animal Person

In the Palm Beach Post 's article, " Animal rights activists appalled by Ale House's lobster game ," the restaurant's owner says he has no plans to remove the game and says the patrons love the novelty. " The final sentence of the article is: " It's no different than a lobster tank in a restaurant," said Palm Beach Ale House owner Jay Starr.

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Alley Cat Allies Wins Recognition for Financial Efficiency

Critter News

Here's a Charity Spotlight article on them from MainStreet.com. Tags: activism feral cats donations advocacy nonprofits. They do excellent work on feral cat issues, but I'm glad to see that they are recognized for their financial efficiency too. They do a good job of using donations for actual programs instead of bloated overhead.

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Proposed Nebraska Legislation Angers Horse Activists

Critter News

click here for the full article. Two bills introduced in the Nebraska Legislature are drawing fire from the largest animal advocacy organization in the world. From the Lexington Clipper-Herald. Newcomer to the Legislature Sen.

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Bird Litigation: “Standing” and the California Gnatcatcher

10,000 Birds

Standing” is a legal doctrine that requires a plaintiff to have a personal stake in the outcome of the controversy, as required by Article III of the Constitution. Standing is often an issue in environmental lawsuits and advocacy groups have learned how to meet these requirements, sometimes including named individuals.

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On Atheism and Veganism, Part Deux

Animal Person

Next I'd like to acknowledge the Norm Phelps article Gingerlks ( thanks! If I'm speaking with an atheist I might use my personal thought process in my vegan advocacy, but if someone wants to believe there is a god, and that belief is helpful to them, and they're not hurting anyone because of that belief, I have no problem with that.

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