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  • Timeline of the Modern Animal Rights MovementUpdated: Fri Jun 27 17:30:00 2008
    Timeline of the modern Animal Rights Movement, including major milestones, setbacks and accomplishments…
  • Endangered Species and ZoosUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:12 2008
    Zoos are widely regarded as guardians of endangered species, so why do animal rights activists object to zoos keeping endangered species?…
  • Animal Rights v. Animal WelfareUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:11 2008
    Although animal rights and animal welfare frequently fall on the same side of an issue, there is a fundamental difference between the two ideologies: the right of humans to use animals…
  • Now that I’m vegan, what do I do with my animal products?Created: Fri Jun 20 14:33:10 2008
    Now that I’m vegan, what do I do with my animal products -- my leather shoes and wool sweaters? …
  • Can I speak out for animals if I’m not vegan?Created: Fri Jun 20 14:33:09 2008
    Can I speak out for animals if I’m not vegan? Does that make me a hypocrite?…
  • Starting Your Own Local GroupCreated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:08 2008
    You may find that there isn’t a local animal rights group that addresses the issue you are concerned about, so you’d like to start your own. Congratulations! Here are some tips for gettin…
  • Protests and DemonstrationsCreated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:07 2008
    How to organize and publicize protests and demonstations…
  • Now that I’m vegan, what do I do with my animal products?Created: Fri Jun 20 14:33:06 2008
    Now that I’m vegan, what do I do with my animal products -- my leather shoes and wool sweaters? …
  • Finding a Local GroupUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:06 2008
    Large national groups are great for generating publicity for an issue, backing a campaign with significant financial support, and influencing federal legislation. But they can’t beat smaller, …
  • Can I speak out for animals if I’m not vegan?Created: Fri Jun 20 14:33:05 2008
    Can I speak out for animals if I’m not vegan? Does that make me a hypocrite?…
  • Getting Your Message OutCreated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:04 2008
    Learn how to get your message out to the media through press releases, public service announcements and calendar listings…
  • Basic Tenets of Animal RightsUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:03 2008
    Animal rights is the belief that animals have an intrinsic value separate from any value they have to humans, and are worthy of moral consideration. They have a right to be free of oppression, conf…
  • McDonald's and Animal RightsCreated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:02 2008
    McDonald’s is the world’s largest user of beef, and of all companies, probably has the most colorful animal rights history. From the longest trial in British history, to the non-vegetaria…
  • Get Active by Writing Effective LettersCreated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:00 2008
    Letters are a very effective tool for reaching the public, your legislators, and companies. …
  • Arguments For and Against HuntingCreated: Fri Jun 20 14:33:00 2008
    The arguments for and against hunting are both practical and ethical. This page explains the arguments about wildlife management, ethics, recreation, and human/deer conflicts…
  • Making Changes in Your Life to Help AnimalsCreated: Fri Jun 20 14:32:59 2008
    For many activists, making changes in your own life is the first step toward helping animals. Each time we buy or boycott a product, we are voting with our wallets. By making these changes, you wil…
  • Arguments for and Against HuntingCreated: Fri Jun 20 14:32:58 2008
    The arguments for and against hunting are both practical and ethical. This page explains the arguments about wildlife management, ethics, recreation, and human/deer conflicts…
  • How to Handle InterviewsUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:32:57 2008
    When the media shows up to your event or invites you to the studio for an interview, be prepared. …
  • Animal RightsUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:32:56 2008
    What is animal rights? What's wrong with eating fish, buying wool, or going to the zoo? Come and learn about animal issues such as vivisection, vegetarianism, animals in entertainment, and how you …
  • Making Changes in Your Life to Help AnimalsUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:27:30 2008
    For many activists, making changes in your own life is the first step toward helping animals. Each time we buy or boycott a product, we are voting with our wallets. By making these changes, you bec…
  • How to Write Effective LettersUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:27:30 2008
    Instructions for writing effective letters to the editor, letters to legislators for grassroots lobbying campaigns, and letters to companies as part of a boycott campaign…
  • Ready to get involved in animal rights activism?Updated: Fri Jun 20 14:27:30 2008
    There are many different ways to help animals! Everyone can find something that will fit their personality and lifestyle. …
  • How to Take Action for AnimalsUpdated: Fri Jun 20 14:27:28 2008
    This site will teach you how to get started in animal activism, including making changes in your own lifestyle, networking with fellow activists, letter writing, organizing protests and meetings, w…

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