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Newsweek Magazine Reveals Mollie’s Folly In “No More Sacred Cows” Piece
I have to say it didn’t completely surprise me to read in a recent Newsweek article (”No More Sacred Cows” by Jennie Yabroff) that Molly Katzen, author of the Moosewood Cookbook and other vegetarian classics, has now included a recipe for beef stew in her latest cookbook. Anyone who could be a vegetarian for that [...]
Dear New York Times Editor: Surely You’re Joking?
22. December 2009
I have a pet plant. I walk her, buy her Hanukah gifts, pet her, snuggle with her, and give her treats. Oh wait, that’s my rescue dog. Her name is Rose. But for the purpose of this discussion, let’s just call her “Sentient.” Sentient took a walk in the snow yesterday, and the salt on the ground [...]
Daily Dose Of B-12: New York Governor David Paterson Discusses Animal Welfare
16. December 2009
“In our society there are a lot of ways that we showcase animals. Whether it’s in zoos or circuses or even marching around Central Park. We use them for fun. But after the event is over and everybody goes home, that animal is probably suffering somewhere. I don’t think that’s right and I don’t think [...]
Huge Victory! Under European Union Law Animals Are Considered “Sentient Beings”
2. December 2009
The Brits did it again. Yesterday, the European Union legally recognized that all animals – including fish and farmed animals – are “sentient beings.” For those of you who were paying attention in the 90s, you might recall that this already happened in 1997. But back then it was a loosely-attached part of the “founding treaty [...]
It’s A Dog-Eat-Carrot World: The Truth About Pit Bulls
24. November 2009
Recently, someone sent me the video posted above with the ironic title “Vicious Pit Bull Attacks Innocent Child.” Totally cute. Totally pit bull. I totally had to share it with others. Of course, most people had the “awww” reaction I did; the reaction most of you probably had as well. But one person made a [...]
Fox Hit Show “Bones” Features Real Factory Farm Footage
6. November 2009
FOX hit show, “Bones” (starring foxy vegan activist Emily Deschanel) featured footage from factory farms last night, effectively reaching the mainstream with the truth behind their dinner. The gruesome footage showed chickens painfully being de-beaked (that’s common practice and it’s also just the tip of the iceberg for the nearly 286 chicken who are slaughtered [...]
VEGdaily Watches With Pride As Jonathan Safran Foer Shines on Ellen
5. November 2009
[Editor note: We are pleased as vegan punch to publish Jasmin Singer's first piece on VEGdaily. Check out her bio below to learn more about this rocktastic activist and welcome her to the team!] Unless you’ve been living under a piece of tofu, you’ve already heard of Eating Animals by (my new hero) Jonathan Safran Foer. [...]
Elizabeth Kucinich: PCRM’s New Director Of Public Affairs
2. November 2009
We love the Kucinich family. We love the Physicans Committee for Responsible Medicine family. Put them together and what do you get? Pure, unleaded awesomeness! The Washington Post recently reported that Elizabeth Kucinich is the new Director of Public Affairs for PCRM — a nonprofit organization that promotes preventive medicine, conducts clinical research, and encourages higher standards for ethics [...]
COK Joins Boston Vegan Drinks For Halloween Party For The Animals
19. October 2009
Getting out your scariest goblin outfit and get ready to party…for the animals! Compassion Over Killing is joining Boston Vegan Drinks for a Halloween party for the animals at Karma Yoga Studio on Saturday, October 31! In addition to a night of fantastic vegan food, drink and fun, you’ll also get a chance to see the premiere [...]
New Campaign “The Shelter Project” Encourages Pet Owners To Adopt
19. October 2009
Good news for all the homeless animals! The Shelter Pet Project is a new campaign aimed at increasing the rate of shelter pet adoption in the U.S. by dispelling some common myths about these animals - which keep many from finding homes. This new campaign, sponsored by The Humane Society of the United States, Maddie’s Fund, and [...]
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