I am a freelance writer living in Tennessee who has a deep passion for animal welfare, environmental, and other progressive causes.
Large-scale industrial farming responsible for animal welfare and planetary degradation is getting a big boost from the globe’s preeminent financial institution. Demand the World Bank stop investing in initiatives antithetical to its goals.
Powerful industries are increasingly finding their anti-environmental policies and actions scrutinized in the courtroom. Applaud the state and community leaders who are helping build the case against greenwashing.
A lack of commitment from leaders is destabilizing Italy’s fractured healthcare system, and citizens are paying the price. Demand support for an initiative that could literally stop the bleeding.
Many service members cited for their distinguished service are being prevented from sharing the fruits of their accomplishments with cherished loved ones. Demand equal treatment for all Purple Heart recipients.
Monkeypox is making a dangerous comeback in parts of Africa. Demand a strengthening of testing and public education to help lessen transmission of a deadly new variant.
Affordable, efficient, and safe public housing is increasingly out of reach for Americans. Demand solutions that confront and help remedy this kitchen table crisis.
Cockfighting survivors were allegedly shot and euthanized en masse despite reports that the rescued roosters were destined for new homes. Demand life-saving reforms that could save abused animals from more needless pain and suffering.
Over 200 patients were allegedly sexually violated by a trusted doctor. Call for criminal charges following a full investigation.
A popular neighborhood car was struck with an arrow and nearly killed. The person behind this shocking act is still unidentified. Demand justice for the animal that barely survived this brutal assault.
Pelicans are apparently starving and dying in large numbers along the California coast. Demand enhanced aid and answers for this mysterious and deadly event.
Deadly outbreaks of cholera are threatening close to one billion people worldwide. Demand more funding for the fight against one of the planet’s most hidden and most devastating epidemics.
Nigeria has the largest economy in Africa, but its expectant mothers are not reaping the benefits. Demand safer and stronger pre-natal care for pregnant women at heightened risk of life-threatening complications.
Companion animals are being abandoned at alarming rates, and affordable spaying and neutering services could make all the difference. Demand better access to low-cost companion animal sterilization that will save lives.
Over 14 million children have been displaced from their homes, their schools, and their communities in a conflict between warring factions. Call for broader aid and assistance for the people of Sudan.
A shocking murder in China allegedly involving young boys has shone a harsh spotlight on the nation’s lacking outreach to troubled youth. Call for robust investment in mental health support services for the most at-risk kids.
Earthworms play several pivotal roles in maintaining environmental wellness, yet their numbers are dwindling at a concerning rate. Demand better protections for these under-appreciated, vital organisms.
A man convicted of going on a serial cat killing spree will serve time in prison. Applaud legal action taken in a case that may help broaden protections for all the nation’s animals.
Individuals at risk of malaria infection could soon have an important safeguard against the carriers of this often-lethal illness. Help make this aspiration a reality.
A beauty treatment popularized by influencers has reportedly been linked to HIV infections. Call for stronger protections against facilities that are failing to meet standards of care and safety.
Native seeds from Palestine have the potential to breathe new life into crop resilience around the world. Demand a commitment to protecting, preserving, and propagating these powerful natural allies.
A prominent governor has stirred even more controversy by bragging about her reported shooting of a 14-month-old puppy. Call for this leader to set the right example and make amends for this horrific act.
Special ops killings have allegedly taken an even darker turn. Call for a full investigation into the reported actions of a British team that led to the deaths of 80 Afghans.
Single-use plastics are taking a devastating toll on every aspect of our environment. Demand needed changes in the manufacturing and distribution of these dangers.
One of the planet’s most endangered mammals has a new lease on life thanks to scientific progress decades in the making. Celebrate the success of cloned black-footed ferrets.
Meal kits widely available in school lunch programs are in the crossfire for their potential inclusion of unhealthy and harmful substances. Demand the agency overseeing Lunchables vet their safety before serving them to children.
