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June 5th, 2008 9:56 pm by Kelly GarbatoAction Alerts
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA): NJ, Monday Is Anti-Cruelty Law’s Last Chance
Dear New Jersey Advocates – At the ASPCA, we very often are asked about the punishments in animal cruelty cases—specifically, why aren’t they stronger? As you are probably aware, the categorization of crimes (and their punishments) is under the control of your state’s government, and changing the law is a difficult and lengthy process, no matter how just the cause.
Civil Rights.org: Tell Congress to Stand Up to the FCC; Speak Up on Media Diversity!
Write your representative and urge her/his support of a resolution of disapproval (H.J.Res.79) to stop the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) decision to ease restrictions on media ownership and consolidation.
DawnWatch: NPR examines horse racing on All Things Considered 6/4/08
On Wednesday, June 4, NPR’s All Things Considered ran a segment they headed, “Bred for Edge, Greatest Racers May Have Handicaps.”
International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW): Take Action to Save Whales
Please send an e-mail to International Whaling Commission (IWC) member countries asking them to vote for the South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary. The (IWC) meets from June 23rd – 27th in Santiago, Chile, to make decisions about issues affecting whales. The Commission members may consider a proposal to create a South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary that will extend across the South Atlantic, from the coast of South America to the coast of Africa. We need your help to encourage IWC member countries around to world to vote ‘YES’ on the sanctuary.
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA): Speak Out Against Animal Suffering and Death at Pierce College
Prompted by a complaint from PETA, federal officials are investigating allegations that animals are being abused and killed in Pierce College’s veterinary technology program—in violation of federal animal welfare regulations—by an instructor and her students.
Public Citizen: [FAIRTRADE] A Trade Deal We Can Support!
The Trade Reform, Accountability, Development and Employment (TRADE) Act, cosponsored by fair trade champions Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) and Rep. Mike Michaud (D-Maine), was introduced on June 4, 2008 with over 50 House and Senate original cosponsors! This landmark legislation sets forth in concrete, detailed terms a progressive vision for good trade agreements in the future and criteria to renegotiate existing failed pacts like NAFTA and the WTO. (More here.)
Public Citizen: Help Protect Government Whistleblowers
Last year, strong whistleblower protection bills were passed in both houses of Congress. Now it’s time for Congress to finish the job by passing a final bill. Show your support for honesty and accountability! Demand that your members of Congress put politics aside to finalize and pass a strong bill to protect government employees who blow the whistle on waste, fraud, and abuse.
Newsletters
The Animals Voice eNewsletter, June 5, 2008
FEATURE — TURTLES
Best Friends Animal Society: eNews, June 5, 2008
Dog, cat, pig turn tables on us
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA): Weekly eNews, June 5, 2008
PETA E-News: 16 Racehorses Dead Since May 3; Latest Update Here!
Save the Manatee Club: Paddles Tales, June 2008
Protecting Manatees in Belize & more
Petitions
Justice for Ella: No Plea Deal in FL v. Abrams
Request for Enforceable Louisiana anti-puppy mill Law
PUERTO RICO’S NEXT KILLING SPREE
No More balloons at Key Biscayne Beach Club
Ban plastic bags at point-of-sale in Taos Town & County [New Mexico]
Your Daily Click-Through Reminders
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