Critical insights at the intersection of animals and politics
Despite clear legal protections, U.S. agencies are authorizing the capture, torture, and killing of bald and golden eagles on public lands — without public consent or oversight. by Ted Williams You can listen to an AI-generated reading of this story here: In America, freedom of religious belief is sacrosanct, guaranteed by the First Amendment of … Read more
You can listen to an AI-generated reading of this story here: In America, freedom of religious belief is sacrosanct, guaranteed by the First Amendment of our Constitution: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof … .” There is, however, no such guarantee for religious practice. Some … Read more
The organization for Animal Cruelty Crimes Section at U.S. Department of Justice Tulsa, OK — Federal authorities charged a Tulsa man this week for illegal dogfighting activities, just weeks after unsealing a dogfighting indictment for a different man, former NFL player LeShon Johnson. Julius Deane Griffin, 43, was charged with 23 counts of prohibited dogfighting operations … Read more
The FDA Roadmap and parallel efforts in Congress will unleash 21st-century technology to benefit patients desperate for cures and spare millions of animals from needless torment Washington, D.C. — Today, the Center for a Humane Economy and Animal Wellness Action celebrate the 46th World Day for Animals in Laboratories, bolstered by the visionary pledge of Food … Read more
Center for a Humane Economy, others call killings reckless and inhumane, and typical of an Australian state government with little regard for the welfare of animals Budj Bim National Park, Victoria, Australia — Already concerned about mismanagement and inhumane commercial killing of kangaroos, the Center for a Humane Economy is now intensely condemning government authorities in … Read more
You can listen to an AI-generated reading of this story here: The passing of Pope Francis marks a moment to remember the man and his selfless teachings. Indeed, when the College of Cardinals elected Argentinian Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio in 2013, there was special excitement among animal welfare advocates about the man who would lead … Read more
The FDA Roadmap will unleash 21st-century technology that will benefit patients desperate for cures, reduce time-to-market for new drugs, lower drug prices, and spare animals from needless experimentation Washington, D.C. — Today, the Center for a Humane Economy and Animal Wellness Action urged Congress to pass the FDA Modernization Act 3.0 and to provide full-throated support for … Read more
FDA Commissioner initiated off ramping of animal testing at the agency to improve human health, spare animals, and bolster a humane economy By Zaher Nahle and Tamara Drake You can listen to an AI-generated reading of this story here: It is hard to overstate the importance of the historic announcement made yesterday by the new … Read more
FDA Commissioner initiated off ramping of animal testing at the agency to improve human health, spare animals, and bolster a humane economy You can listen to an AI-generated reading of this story here: It is hard to overstate the importance of the historic announcement made yesterday by the new FDA commissioner, Marty Makary, on phasing … Read more
Press Release or Coalition of 200 organizations calls on Congress to pass FISCAL Act so millions of lactose-intolerant school kids can finally have health-promoting and safe foods Washington, D.C. — Louisiana mother Jamisha Augustine is at the U.S. Capitol today and tomorrow (April 9-10) to speak directly with lawmakers after her 6-year-old daughter was given … Read more