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Demand Louisiana Keep its Promise to Halt Sea Turtle Deaths in Shrimp Nets ACTION

Nancy C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:59:02 PST

Louisiana's Governor Bobby Jindal is responsible for allowing the drowning of thousands of sea turtles in shrimp trawl nets. He had a chance to repeal the state law banning enforcement of Turtle Excluder Devices but vetoed the bill that would have...
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Joshua Gotbaum - An Unsung American Hero

Kit B. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:49:02 PST

Joshua Gotbaum, director of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, said he was hoping to get out in front of any such move by the airline. The agency is already operating with a $23 billion deficit and has said it would bear an additional $9 billion->
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Justice for Bozhidar, Shot And Tortured As Target Practice In Bulgaria!! - The Petition Site

Michelle Sibinovic — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:29:02 PST

Bozhidar (God's Gift) was a year old stray enduring "life" on the mean streets of a small Bulgarian village. Sadists used him as a live target riddling him with bullets. They covered his body with gunshot wounds then cut out his tongue & left him to die.
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Veto th Bush Tax Cuts for the 1% ACTION

Nancy C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:54:02 PST

President Obama can seize this opportunity by standing up for the 99% and committing to vetoing any deal Republicans put in front of him that extends the Bush tax cuts for the richest 1%.
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Wyoming Cougar Family Released Into Hunting Area

Beth M. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:39:02 PST

The Wyoming cougar family was released together into an area that is open for hunting. Officials say the family is protected because it is illegal to shoot a female with kittens. The Cougar Fund Jackson questions why they were trapped in the first place.
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Stop the Threats ACTION

Nancy C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:39:02 PST

The Harper Government is privately threatening Canadian charities that are helping people participate in the public hearings about Enbridge�s western pipeline and supertanker project.
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Karen Handel Resigns From Susan G. Komen for the Cure After Grant Controversy

Nancy C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:34:04 PST

Karen Handel, vice president for public policy at Susan G. Komen for the Cure, announced her resignation on Tuesday amid allegations that she played a significant role in the foundation's decision to stop providing grants to Planned Parenthood, the AP/At
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The 18 Most Secretive Corporations in the Citizens United Era

Kit B. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:29:03 PST

What do these big corporations�Amazon, CostCo, NIKE, Google, Occidental Petroleum, Qualcomm, Berkshire Hathaway, Devon Energy, Walgreen, Halliburton, Walmart, Caterpillar, Allstate, Bank of America, Lowe�s, Sunoco, Mastercard and CVS Caremark�all have-->
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Victory for the Public on Foreclosures?

Kit B. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:24:04 PST

So there was big news yesterday on the foreclosure settlement front. We still have to wait and see what the final deal looks like, but there are reports out that the long-awaited settlement is a far, far better deal for the public than expected.
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Chicken of the Sea: It's time to talk ! PLEASE SIGN ! !

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:09:04 PST

Chicken of the Sea recently circulated a letter to people who were concerned about its fishing practices addressing the company�s "commitment to sustainability." Unfortunately, that letter was nothing but expensive PR spin.

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Extend the unemployment lifeline ACTION

Nancy C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:09:03 PST

Right now, Congress is deciding whether to extend unemployment insurance benefits past their February 29th expiration date. If they don�t reach an agreement, five million workers risk losing their benefits.
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The Prophet of Space Trash

Kit B. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:04:03 PST

In 2009, after two telecom satellites smashed into each other, the U.S. National Research Council commissioned a team of experts to examine whether NASA was doing enough to address the growing problem of space junk. When it came time to pick the chair-->
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The Engineer Who Has �Saved More Lives Than Any Single Person in the History of Aviation�

Kit B. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:49:02 PST

The number one cause of plane crashes used to be controlled flight into terrain (pdf), accidents where pilots unintentionally collide with an obstacle. A pilot unable to see through fog, for example, could fly straight into a mountain, crashing an-->
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SHAME AND INSECURITY: WHY RUSSIA IS "RADIOACTIVE" AFTER SYRIA RESOLUTION VETO

Cal Mendelsohn — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:24:04 PST

Russia�s decision to block a resolution condemning Assad regime is both morally repugnant and diplomatically short-sighted. The �river of history� cannot be stopped, and Syrians and the Arab world at large will remember Moscow's stance.
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U.S. To Require Disclosure Of Fracking Fluids On Public Land

Cal Mendelsohn — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:19:05 PST

The U.S. government will require natural gas drillers to disclose which chemicals they use in hydraulic fracturing on public lands, according to draft rules crafted by the Interior Department.
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Shut Down Circuses Once and For All ACTION

Nancy C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:19:03 PST

Thanks again on behalf of Elephants in need of your voice.
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Seven Tips to Fix Your Cholesterol Without Medication

Nancy C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:14:04 PST

At best this new �super cholesterol� drug by will lower cholesterol numbers without killing too many people while increasing health care costs by billions of dollars as millions of new prescriptions are written for this new �super cholesterol drug.
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Mitt�s Income vs. Your Income

Nancy C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:14:03 PST

How long would it take the GOP candidate to earn what you make in a year?
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Domestic Cats, and Wild Bobcats and Pumas, Living in Same Area Have Same Diseases

Brit Valdes-pages — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:54:03 PST

ScienceDaily (Feb. 6, 2012) � Domestic cats, wild bobcats and pumas that live in the same area share the same diseases. And domestic cats may bring them into human homes, according to results of a study of what happens when big and small cats cross paths.
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Please Light a Candle For Our Beloved Friend Marilynn MM

BarbCat Sunshine Lady — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:49:03 PST

Please take the time to light a candle for our beloved friend Marilynn MM. My great thanks to James W. who created Light a Candle for Marilynn group page. Thank you so much James. May God bless you and all of you.
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Cute Two-Faced Kitten Born in Florida

Beth M. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:29:02 PST

A kitten with 2 faces was born in Port Charlotte, Florida. He is named Harvey Dent, after a Batman character. This kitten has 4 eyes, 2 noses, and 2 mouths. Nash Hand and his wife Amanda Fosythe are happy to have this precious gift!
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Kate Middleton Wears Fur Coat

Beth M. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:54:03 PST

The Duchess of Cambridge was seen wearing a suede fur coat in London on Monday.
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Not In My Cuppa ! PLEASE SIGN ! !

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:49:04 PST

Britain�s dairy industry is at a crossroads. Under pressure to take cows out of fields and put them into US-style mega dairies or factory farms, we are about to see our countryside, environment and milk forever changed. You can help stop this by taking a
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The Good Food for our Money Campaign ! PLEASE SIGN ! !

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:49:03 PST

Help us save 107,000 hens from cruelty every year by demanding that central Government goes cage-free.

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Proposed Utah mine expansion reflects politics of coal

Cal Mendelsohn — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:44:03 PST

An obstacle to greening L.A.'s energy portfolio is the DWP's contract with a Utah plant, which requires the city to buy coal power until 2027. The gritty fuel is now stoking controversy over energy policy, environmental damage and how much consumers shoul
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South Africa: Rhino news: Video

Jill Vickerman — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:19:02 PST

Stopping the illegal rhino horn trade to Asia means turning to technology, CNN's Pauline Chiou reports.
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TAKE ACTION: UCSF: Don't Let Jesus Navarro Die, Approve His Kidney Transplant

Robert O. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:54:02 PST

Jesus has been in the US for 16 years. He had a good union job working for Pacific Steel for 14 years. He has had health insurance for 14 years. He waited 6 arduous years, doing dialysis daily, to get to the top of the donor list.
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Stop Kardashian�s Fur Sales ! PLEASE SIGN ! !

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:09:02 PST

The Kardashians are in the media spotlight and should be setting a good example, instead of sending the message that torturing animals for fashion is not only acceptable, but sexy. The Kardashians should take a stand against animal cruelty and help lead
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Stop Bear Bile Farming ! PLEASE SIGN ! !

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:34:03 PST

Over 12,000 bears in Asia are being farmed for their bile. The World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) is determined to put a stop to the bear bile industry and protect bears from what is probably the most extreme form of cruelty to animals,
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The Cruelty of the Dog Meat Trade ! PLEASE SIGN ! !

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:34:03 PST

WSPA�s partners in South Korea are very passionate about ending the demand for dog meat and work tirelessly to expose the cruelty of the trade.
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Farm Animals Can't Wait For Change ! PLEASE SIGN ! !

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:34:02 PST

Billions of animals are suffering right now in industrial farms, confined for life without fresh air or sunlight. But today, YOU can do something about it.

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Stop Canada From Mining Uranium From Arctic Wilderness ! PLEASE SIGN ! !

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:34:01 PST

The Canadian government plans to begin a large mining operation in Nunavut, a territory that is currently the largest untouched wilderness in the northern hemisphere. Canada�s government is determined to carry out its plans to mine despite likely adverse
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Don't Kill Iguanas-Relocate Them! TAKE ACTION!

Lindsey Williams — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:09:01 PST

Puerto Rico has announced plans for a massive cull of an invasive species of iguana and for the sale of harvested meat, according to The Associated Press.
Iguanas are considered an endangered species throughout most of Latin America, but Puerto Rico is..
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Apple: Made in China

John Cause — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:59:01 PST

Apple continues to make its products in China, while many Americans are still out of work. CNN's Jim Clancy reports
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Give Bubu, the Andean Bear, The Freedom He Deserves! SIGN!

Lindsey Williams — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:39:01 PST

A few days ago another cub has surfaced that needs to be rescued from Morona Santiago. Unfortunately, the Andean Bear Foundation does not have the infrastructure or resources to help this cub. In order to accept the new cub, Mr. Castellanos must release..
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Extra special home sought for collie Heidi

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:09:02 PST

We're appealing for a quiet country home for Heidi where she will have the company of at least one other dog. But somewhere a little closer to Devon than the Swiss Alps!

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Sperm whales: How plastic bags are poisoning the planet's greatest predators | Mail Online

Suzy F. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:04:04 PST

Wonderfully descriptive article with a pungent message.
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Say No to Bosnia & Herzegovina Euthanizing 10 Captive Bears! SIGN!

Lindsey Williams — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:04:02 PST

For many years now a large number of wild animals have lived under illegal and completely inhumane and inadequate conditions where they are being kept as an attraction and marketing tool for restaurants and other catering establishments or in private zoo.
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Runaway Goat In Australia, Prompts Wild Chase With Officials (VIDEO)

Lindsey Williams — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:34:02 PST

Police in Melbourne, Australia learned firsthand this week just how frustrating such a chase can be. After four hours, officials finally captured a goat that was running through traffic near the city's zoo, reports The Sydney Morning Herald.
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Syria at War: Free Syrian Army vs. Assad Loyalists and Oppo Group

Cal Mendelsohn — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:29:03 PST

The phenomenon that is the Free Syrian Army (FSA) is, short of a palace coup, becoming the main actor in a revolution that is growing nastier by the day.
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Over half of eggs from cage-free hens for first time!

Cher C. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:09:02 PST

Latest figures released by Defra show that over half of Class A eggs were laid by hens which were not cooped-up in cruel cages.

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Giant Prawn Discovered in New Zealand PHOTOS

Lindsey Williams — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:59:02 PST

Scientists on an expedition to sample a deep-sea trench got a surprise when their traps brought back seven giant crustaceans glimpsed only a handful of times in human history. The "supergiant" amphipods are more than 20 times larger than their typical..
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Cat vs. Vacuum Cleaners~The Epic Battle Continues (VIDEO)

Lindsey Williams — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:54:02 PST

Here are 16 videos of different cats fighting or loving the vacuum. Some you have seen, some I don't like (cornered kitty) but some I LOVE. Especially the cats who love the vacuum. Too cute. :) Check out some videos for a smile.
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Open Thread - 2/7/2012

TomCat S. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:29:03 PST

Personal news, a Jig Zone puzzle, 3 short takes, including a video, and a homemade cartoon (shown).
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"Breading Cats" Is the Lastest Web Photo Fad

Lindsey Williams — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:19:04 PST

I think this is kind of bizarre, and not that funny...but it is interesting. Meet breading - the latest Internet fad that's part LOLcats, part baked goods. It's simple: Cat owners poke a hole into a slice of bread and push their pet's head through it.
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Republican Racism Asian Style

TomCat S. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:19:03 PST

See 1st comment
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Bad Redistricting Deal in Texas

TomCat S. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:09:03 PST

See 1st Comment
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The Best Ways to Exchange Currency Abroad

Joel R. — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:19:02 PST

You might have experience booking hotels, planning rental car pick-ups and purchasing the cheapest flights within the United States, but when you travel abroad, you have many more things to take into consideration, especially when you�re budgeting.
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An Easy Explanation to International Business

Jerrah Xander — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:14:02 PST

International Business is a term used to describe all commercial transactions (investments, sales, private and governmental transactions, transportation and logistics) that take place between two or more nations or two or more business that operate
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Why the Battle Over Canada's Tar Sands Is an American Issue

Cal Mendelsohn — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:04:03 PST

For starters, the energy and environmental impacts of tar sands production are not limited to within the borders of Canada. But the trouble doesn't end there.
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