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UW's misleading press release on early puberty. 2/9/12
Video: animal trapping possible in Dane County park 2/9/12
County park commission votes to accept grant despite protesters 2/9/12
Hermes sentenced in deer thrill case 2/8/12
Patricia Randolph's Madravenspeak: Wolf population fragile, don't allow hunting. 2/5/12
Elephants do not belong in the circus. 2/5/12
Seely on science: Looking for the science in wolf debate 2/4/12
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Once again the George Carden circus is coming to Madison courtesy of the Zor Shriners. This form of entertainment is not only cruel to animals but is also an antiquated form of "family fun" that has been replaced all over the world with artistic, athletic, and fun circuses such as Cirque du Soleil.
Madison is better than this!
If you would like to help Alliance for Animals distribute literature during this year's circus or would like to get involved in efforts to ban elephant acts in Dane County please come to one of these meetings:
Monday, February 6, 2012 at 6:30
122 State Street, Suite 404
Monday, February 13, 2012 at 6:30
122 State Street, Suite 404
For more information contact our Elephants Living Free coordinators at elefriends005@gmail.com.
Oconomowoc Republican Rep. Joel Kleefisch, an avid duck hunter, "quietly" began circulating a bill Tuesday that would require the DNR to create a sandhill season. This bill has not yet been introduced, however Kleefisch is working on gaining co-sponsors.
Karen Etter Hale, a vice president of Wisconsin Audobon Council put it well by saying, "I don't think this is the state to push for a crane hunt. If hunters want to further damage their reputations by pushing for yet another species to hunt, then that's what they should do." See full article here:
Wisconsin is the home of the International Crane Foundation in Baraboo whose mission is to conserve cranes and the wetland and grassland ecosystems on which they depend.
What you can do: Contact your state assembly representative and let him know that you do not support Rep. Kleefisch's proposal to hunt sandhill cranes.
To find your representative click here.
When presented with images, video footage and first hand knowledge of elephants and elephants in the circus, one can only come to the conclusion that it is time to put an end to elephants in circuses.
Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page to read the most common questions about the use of elephants in circuses and what a ban would mean to Dane County.
Sampling of questions about elephants and circuses.
Are elephant acts educational?
Are the training methods humane?
Do federal or state laws protect elephants in circuses and ensure their humane care?
Do elephants in entertainment pose a risk to the public?
Have other communities banned the use of elephants in circuses?
Watch excellent ABC News footage of elephants in the wild and circuses.
Not for couples only! Vegantines is a fun girls night out!
Mark your calendars for AFA's 4th annual Vegantines Dinner and Dance. This year's event, A Trip Down the Mediterranean, will be catered by the ever-popular Bunky's Cafe who will provide us with a feast of middle eastern/mediterranean cuisine.
February 11, 2012 - Limited seating available. No tickets sold at door.
6:00 to 10:30 p.m.
East Side Club, Madison
Our guest speaker will be Dr. Melanie Joy, author of Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows.
For more information on Vegantines, Dr. Joy, or to purchase tickets visit Vegantines 2012.
Delicious recipes, encouraging hints, local news, and never dull, the Simply Vegan weekly newsletter is something you will look forward to reading every Monday - sent to your inbox!
This week featured a recipe for Black Bottom Cake, a happy kayaking dog, and an article on meat's environmental toll on the planet.
Go to Simply Vegan and scroll down, left column to sign up for our Simply Vegan newsletter. It's easy!
Watch Madison Cable TV Channel 95
"Animals Have Rights"
Thursday Nights: 10:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Watch livestream online at www.wyou.org
Followed by IDA
Undercover TV, 11-11:30.
Watch taped episodes here.
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Dane Co. Parks Commision Chooses Money over Misery
We were disappointed to hear the 5-2 vote to accept Fellowship funds which would allow trapping in McCarthy park. See report here.
Thumbs up to those who took time to speak out for animals.
Thank you to all of you who took time from your busy schedules to speak out for the animals on Wednesday night (2-8-12) at the Dane Co. Parks Commission meeting.
Thank you to Parks Commission member Mary Schlaefer and Dane Co. Supervisor Kyle Richmond for the only two votes against approving the acceptance of fellowship funds which would allow trapping at Mc Carthy park.
Madison Restaurants Display Simply Vegan Window Decals!
Three big thumbs up to Bunky's Cafe, Green Owl Cafe, and Mother Fools Coffeehouse for being the first Madison restaurants to display our "Simply Vegan Approved" window decals which means that the restaurant offers vegan meals, has vegan food marked, and will provide us with ingredients! We hope to add many more in 2012!
From the Ozarks First News
Missouri lawmaker Ward Franz proposes a bill that will "curb animals rights". "The last thing we want to see is an animal hurt," said Rep. Franz. "We have to protect what we do now, which is raising cattle and producing these for consumption." It sounds like no one has yet told Rep. Franz that cattle are killed to create hamburgers.
PDQ Food Stores
Manager Phil Troia of Madison's PDQ food stores has refused to meet with AFA members and representatives about their support of the Zor Shrine Circus through their ticket sales. PDQ is not interested in hearing about the poor record of the George Carden circus, who is contracted for the Zor's annual circus in Madison. Let PDQ know you will not patronize their business until they stop supporting the Zor Shrine Circus.
Elephant Free Dane
Simply Vegan
No Pig Wrestling in Wisconsin
Rick Bogle's PrimateFreedom blog.
Alliance for Animals Events
Visit our Events page for upcoming AFA events.
Vegan Drinks Madison
Vegan Drinks Madison is a new meetup group for local vegans and vegan-curious to get together for casual drinks and socializing. Visit the meetup page and join today!
Madison Area Vegetarian Meetup Group
Madison Area Vegetarian Meetup Group invites you to meet and socialize with other vegetarians and vegans in the Madison area.
Each event is well organized, friendly, welcoming, and includes delicious vegan food. This is a great place to come either alone or with your entire family.
You will be sure to meet some great people! Check out the website for upcoming events.
...have been killed in the world by the meat, dairy and egg industries. This does not include the billions of fish and sea animals killed annually.
America's Cow Hell License Plate Stickers
If you are sick and tired of promoting cruelty with the America's Dairyland slogan on your license plate,
consider spreading the truth with AFA's America's Cow Hell stickers. $2.00 for a pair.
Send your check to:
Alliance for Animals
P.O. Box 1632
Madison, WI 53701
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