On September 23, Michael Dorf, Joyce Tischler and Madeline Bernstein will be discussing Deconstructing US v Stevens: Animal Cruelty and Freedom of Speech. This 90 minute program starts at 1 PM EST.

On September 28, Temple Grandin, Cheryl Leahy and Craig Pease will be speaking about Animal Rights and the Public’s Right to Know: Farmed Animal Welfare and Consumer Labeling Issues. This program is also 90 minutes and starts at 11 AM EST. I will be moderating, and I have to say I am pretty darn excited.

If you are thinking of attending, or know someone who might be interested, please register ASAP, since the programs will only go forward if they have sufficient registrants two weeks ahead of time. Hope to “see” you there.

Photo: Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary

Today, we’re back home in NYC. Mariann’s animal law classes have started, and Jasmin has given up coffee. We also have some exciting announcements from here in Our Hen House!

Joining us today is long-time animal law guru, Steve Wise, who will talk to us all about the Non-Human Rights Project.

Henrietta by David Mamet, Illustrated by Elizabeth Dahlie

In our review section, we’ll be reviewing the book Henrietta, by David Mamet – which follows the story of a pig who wants to go to law school.

All that, some vegan banter, and of course, current events from the world of animal rights.

This week’s news items include:

• “Where’s the Beet?” from Time Magazine
• “Weekday Vegetarians” from Time Magazine
• “Food Fight” from Utne Reader
• “Vegan Anyone?” from NPR

“The question is not, “Can they reason?” nor, “Can they talk?” but rather, “Can they suffer?” -Jeremy Bentham

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Picture from Henrietta by David Mamet, Illustrated by Elizabeth Dahlie

On today’s episode, we come to you from Sag Harbor, where we’re grateful that we have family right by the beach. Joining us today is animal rights lawyer Carter Dillard, who will talk to us about everything from the organization he co-founded – Four Feet Forward — to litigating on behalf of animals, to human overpopulation.

In our review section, we’ll be discussing a new animal rights themed novel called The Tourist Trail, by John Yunker. If you’re like us, you’ll want to eat this book up, which is fine, since it’s vegan.

All that, some vegan banter, and of course, current events from the world of animal rights.

This week’s news items include:

• “Eat an Apple (Doctor’s Orders)”
• “The Ugliest Catch”
• “Eggs Recalled After Outbreaks”
• “Vegans ‘Significantly Less Polluted’”

“The squirrel that you kill in jest, dies in earnest.” -Henry David Thoreau

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Photo: The Tourist Trail

And now, Four Feet Forward is seeking a president:

Four Feet Forward helps small animal advocacy organizations with their legal and media campaigns by offering professional services at no cost. The organization is made up of a group of people dedicated to advocating for animals in the courtroom and the broader public sphere. Our network of professional consultants volunteer their time to help non-profits achieve their goals in support of animal welfare. Four Feet Forward is seeking a qualified, highly motivated president to help run and grow our organization.  The president will work in close collaboration with our project manager, and will be responsible for communicating regularly with the board. This is a volunteer position and requires a commitment of 5-10 hours a week. A background in fundraising and managerial experience is preferred. Above all, the president must have the passion and time to help grow this animal advocacy organization into a significant force.

Intrigued by this incredible organization? Be sure to tune in to our podcast this weekend where we will be interviewing animal rights lawyer and Four Feet Forward co-founder, Carter Dillard.

On today’s episode, we come to you from Big Sur, California where we are searching for good food, breathless from the scenery, and trying to weed out an offensive word from Jasmin’s vocabulary.

Joining us today is animal and environmental lawyer, David Cassuto, who will talk to us about some of the intersections between those overlapping areas.

In our review section, Kyle Knies – a California boy himself – will give us the skinny on faux gras (and we really mean faux gras).

All that, some vegan banter, and of course, current events from the world of animal rights.

This week’s news items include:

• “Inside the Minds of Animals” – Time Magazine
• “Farmers Lean to Truce on Animals’ Close Quarters” – The New York Times

“California, California… such a wonder that I think I’ll stay in bed.” –Rufus Wainwright

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We all want the police and prosecutors to take animal abuse more seriously and enforce the laws against it as vigorously as any other crime. But the fact is that sometimes they need a helping hand — especially in understanding when an animal has been abused and in dealing with the animal victims after an arrest. Building the relationships that allow the police to accept that help is not only useful activism in the here and now, it can help build a culture that starts to take animal abuse more seriously.

That’s why it’s always interesting to see lawyers try to find a way to confront that roadblock.  Pennsylvania is a state where advocates have had some success on this front because of their system of having court appointed humane society police officers with state-wide jurisdiction. One of those officers has recently brought a petition for a writ of mandamus against a Berks County district attorney who asked the court to dismiss the charges she had brought against a local pigeon shoot. The lawsuit is supported by SHARK (Showing Animals Respect and Kindness). It will be interesting to see how this one comes out.

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In today’s episode, we come to you from the City by the Bay, San Francisco. We’ll start by telling you about our vegan adventures and misadventures, including some a tale of delicious cruelty-free Japanese food, and a rather disturbing  stuffed animal story.

We will be joined today by Zoe Weil from the Institute for Humane Education. Zoe, who was just inducted into the Animal Rights Hall of Fame, will talk all about humane education, as well as what it really means to do the most good and least harm.

In our news section, we will tell you about a group of cattlemen who are having some issues with a recent audit of their spending.  We’ll also discuss why conflicted meat-eaters deny that animals have the capacity to suffer. And we’ll discuss the vegan fare at Chelsea Clinton’s wedding.

In our review section, we will give you our impressions of the new film, Chow Down, which follows three people with severe heart disease who have decided to make some serious and necessary lifestyle changes. And trust me, you’ll be batting for them.

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In today’s episode, we will tell you about our upcoming vegan filled trip to the West Coast, some new one-of-a-kind arty tote bags that will benefit Our Hen House, and lots more about what’s new and good here in Veganland.

Joining us today will be best-selling vegan cookbook author, Isa Chandra Moskowitz. Isa will talk about everything from her upcoming book, to the changing scene of veganism, to palm oil.

In our news section, we’re talking about a lot of bull – bullfighting in Catalonia, and bull-riding and other rodeo horrors in Santa Cruz. Plus, we’ll tell you about a cool new movie that’s full of heart.

In our review section, we will give you our thoughts on a blast-from-the-past animated film with a message – Chicken Run.

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Photo: Chicken Run

In today’s episode, we give you the low-down on a very special vegan bakery that delivers all over the country. Trust me, you’ll want to try their cupcakes. I’ll also tell you all about a very melodic animal rights fund-raiser that I attended in NYC.

Joining us today is Michael Croland, from Heeb’n'vegan. Michael is joining us as part of our religion series, where we talk with people about how their religion or spirituality relates to their philosophy on animal rights. Michael will enlighten us about how Judaism and veganism relate. He’ll discuss everything from Kosher slaughter, to philosophy, to an ingredient you simply have to include in your next tofu scramble.

In our news section, we will discuss a new bill for animals that just passed the US House of Representatives. We’ll also talk about a debarking law in Massachusetts, and Mariann will share her thoughts on an article in Time Magazine that asks: Can animal rights go too far?

For our review section, Mariann and I will share with you an amazing restaurant experience we had, right in the Heartland.

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On today’s episode, we are coming to you live from Kansas – where we will talk to my 86-year-old grandmother who just went vegetarian.

Then, joining us will be Dr. Melanie Joy, author of Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows: An Introduction to Carnism. Melanie will talk to us about her fascinating insights  into the psychological mechanisms people use to allow themselves to coninue eating animals.

In our news section, we will discuss an exciting New York Times editorial that is very pro-farm animal. We’ll also talk about some good news for the AETA 4, and we’ll share with you James McWilliams’ take on lab-grown meat.

In our review section, Our Hen House reviewer, Kyle Knies, will give you the results of his unscientific survey on vegan milks.

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On today’s show, we begin with a very exciting announcement about the influence that Mariann’s New York Times letter to the editor had on Jasmin’s grandma.

Joining us today is Meena Alagappan — director of HEART (Humane Education Advocates Reaching Teachers). Meena will talk to us all about the importance of humane education as a means of creating social change, and she’ll share some of her personal journey from animal law to running HEART.

In our news section, we will be joined by Stewart David, co-founder of Carolina Action for Animals. Stewart will share his thoughts on Jane Velez-Mitchell’s “Jane’s Fight for Animal Rights” which aired this past week on her CNN HLN show, Issues With Jane Velez-Mitchell. We’ll also discuss the outcome of a puppy mill bill in North Carolina, and an egg bill in California.

For our review section, we will be joined by special guest Matt Rice — of Mercy for Animals. Matt will review the new animal rights Facebook game called Farm Rescue, which was conceived by activist and artist, Mark Middleton (of Animal Visuals).

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In today’s episode, we will share with you a new and exciting activist idea that was gleaned from a workshop at last week’s Let Live Conference – and we’ll explain why that resulted in a Lady Gaga song getting interminably stuck in our heads.

Joining us today will be Glenn Gaetz and Joanne Chang from Liberation B.C. Glenn and Joanne will talk to us all about the exciting projects that their animal rights organization is currently working on, as well as why Vancouver seems to be where it’s at as far as vegan cuisine.

In our news section, we will discuss our mixed feelings regarding surprising turn of events with the Ohio farm animal ballot initiative. We will also discuss the passing of Senator Robert Byrd. And we’ll tell you why a very famous travel guide founder has made nice with animal advocates and with whales alike.

In our review section, we’ll discuss the sweet – or sometimes not-so-sweet – smell of cruelty-free deodorants and their wearers.

Photo: Courtesy of Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary.

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In today’s episode, I am coming to you from the City of Roses – Portland, Oregon – where I’m knee-deep in Voodoo Donuts and food carts. On today’s show, Mariann – who is still in NYC where she is busy trying to manage the heat wave that has come over the Big Apple – will share some very exciting news about a letter to the editor she wrote.

Joining us today is Michelle Schwegmann and Josh Hooten, the owners of Herbivore Clothing, here in Portland, and two of the co-founders of the Let Live Foundation. Michelle and Josh will talk all about the importance of creative activism – which happens to also be the theme for this weekend’s conference (the reason I’m on the left coast) – and they will talk about the perks of raising a vegan child.

In our news section, we will discuss the endangered species status that is being sought for a special kind of sea life. We’ll also talk about a cupcake competition on the Food Network’s show, Cupcake Wars, and why vegans have reason to celebrate.

In our review section, I will be reviewing the movie, Bold Native, a fiction feature film about an animal liberator wanted by the United States government for domestic terrorism.

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Photo: Patches from Herbivore Clothing.

On today’s show, we are podcasting from Vermont – where we are visiting Eastern Shore Sanctuary and all of the beautiful rescued beings who inhabit it. Joining us today will be the amazing folks who run the sanctuary, Miriam Jones – who is also the co-founder – and Aram Polster. Miriam and Aram will let us in on what sanctuary life is really like, including lending their advice to people who might wish to run their own sanctuary someday, and sharing their thoughts on the connections between the exploitation inherent in the dairy and egg industries with feminist theory.

In our news section, we will discuss a Washington Post article asking the question: “Do Animals Have Rights?” We’ll also talk about an article in the New York Times Magazine making the connection between violence to animals and violence to humans, but leaving out one crucial fact. Then we’ll discuss the Humane Society of the United States’ complaint about an Indiana egg company.

Finally, we will go over our most recent Facebook survey, which asked: Who are your favorite vegan celebrities?

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Photo: Courtesy of the Eastern Shore Sanctuary

In today’s episode, we will start by telling you about our recent trip to Brooklyn, my nose hoop, and our upcoming train trip to Vermont, where we will get our due time with some rescued chickens.

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Then, we’ll be talking to funnyman Dan Piraro, creator of the Bizarro cartoons. Dan – who was recently named “Cartoonist of the Year” by the prestigious National Cartoonists Society – will share the eye-opening story of why he went vegan, what made him an animal rights activist, how he incorporates his advocacy into his cartoons, and where he finds his inspiration.

In our news section, we will update you on Quality Eggs’ pleading guilty to 10 counts of animal cruelty, we’ll inform you about some new mock chicken that is raising awareness, making the news, and pleasing taste buds, and we’ll discuss the $25 million settlement in an anti-trust lawsuit against the egg industry.

For our review section, we will give you the low-down on some vegan cheese from Galaxy Nutritional Foods, including the good, the bad, and the melty.

BONUS:

Tune in to the podcast for the full story, but here’s a review teaser. Out of the 8 vegan cheeses by Galaxy Nutritional Foods that Jasmin tasted, her favorite three were Rice Vegan Pepper Jack Slices, Rice Vegan American Slices, and Rice Vegan Cheddar Slices (all pictured above). All three were melty, made a mean grilled cheese, and reminded Jasmin of cheese sandwiches from 1982 … but minus the oppression (and the side ponytail).

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What’s in it for you? Well, if my experience is any forecast, you will meet lots of great lawyers who care passionately about animals who will remain your colleagues and friends for years to come. That’s what came about when, years ago, I joined the New York City Bar Association‘s Animal Law Committee. It was at that point that, rather than seeing myself just a person who cared about animals, I felt like I was somebody who was trying to DO something!

What’s in this for the animals? One of the most important things about getting active in bar associations is that you are out there in the real world. Bar associations are full of active, political, intelligent, often progressive people who frequently, like the rest of the population, know absolutely nothing about the current treatment of animals and the laws that govern, or fail to govern, their care. While working with such people can, as we all know, have its frustrations, the opportunities for creating change are a lot greater when you are enlightening change-makers, than when you are talking to people who are already on board.

As for my afore-mentioned self interest, starting in August I will be the chair of the Animal Law Committee of the American Bar Association‘s Tort, Trial, Insurance Practice Section. The ALC is a growing and dynamic body of lawyers and it is really a privilege to be part of it. If I do say so myself, its facebook page is one of the best places around to stay on top of what’s going on in animal law. Once you are a member of the ABA (which, I might add, is very inexpensive for law students and recent graduates), you need to join the Tort, Trial, Insurance Practice Section, and then join the Animal Law Committee. I hope you to see you there!!

Photo: Animal Law Committee

On today’s show, we’ll discuss the sad loss of Golden Girl — and long-time animal rights activist — Rue McClanahan.

Then, we’ll be joined by an undercover investigator who has been responsible for many of the investigations you’ve seen inside factory farms recently. He will tell us how he copes with such an impossible-to-imagine field of activism.

In our news section, we’ll discuss why Psychology Today says that vegans are wired to have more compassion than omnivores. We’ll also update you on the Gulf, and Newsweeks’ devastating – but not surprising – report that BP has put a hold on any real journalism or coverage of their disaster. And we’ll talk about a new UN report urging a global move toward a vegan diet.

Joining us for our review section is Kyle Knies, who will lead us in a thought-provoking conversation of the documentary film, Mine, which follows the stories of the animals left behind after Hurricane Katrina.

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Photo: Courtesy of Farm Sanctuary. Taken by Derek Goodwin.

Today, we will start by updating you about a very special adoption event where we were overwhelmed with cuteness.

Then, joining us is Brad Goldberg, founder of Animal Welfare Trust and Animal Welfare Advocacy. Brad will talk about the importance of philanthropic grants that benefit animal issues.

Following that, we’ll be joined for a brief update by Kelly Overton from PATH. As the oil hits the Gulf, Kelly – who joins us from New Orleans – will let us know what’s going on down there.

In our news section, we will go over some sad news for animals, which is thankfully getting some mainstream attention: Mercy for Animals’ latest undercover investigation, and a puppy mill report brought to us, shockingly, by the USDA itself.

Finally, we’ll discuss the result of a survey we conducted asking people what they think is the biggest misconception about veganism and how they respond when those misconceptions arise for them.

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Photo: Courtesy of Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary.

However, the court did not agree, at least entirely. It agreed to hear claims that the shelter was unnecessarily euthanizing and abusing animals in violation of state law. And it put in place an injunction, pending the outcome of the lawsuit, preventing the shelter from euthanizing an animal for at least 24 hours after a rescue group sends a fax expressing plans to adopt the animal.

The plaintiff is represented by Calley Gerber, whose firm is called the Gerber Animal Law Center. It would seem that the growth of animal law, and the increasing number of lawyers setting out to make it their career, might start to pay off in finally getting some cases into court that involve the institutional use and abuse of animals.

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One arena for such claims is, of course, prisons.  Another is, possibly, schools.  A third possibility presented itself with this story from England, in which an elderly, incapacitated woman was involuntarily deprived of her lifelong vegetarianism by an unfeeling hospital.

Whether a person’s beliefs regarding ethical veganism will ever be held to be entitled to protection, as the equivalent of a religious belief, under the 1st Amendment or civil rights statutes is still largely an open question. A California appeals court said that ethical veganism, even if based on sincere and deeply held beliefs, wasn’t the equivalent of a religion under the federal regulation at issue in Friedman v Southern California Permanente Medical Group, 102 Cal. App. 4th 39 (2002), at least when it wasn’t connected to a traditional religious belief. But that case is hardly the end of the road on this issue. (And it will come as no surprise that I think it was wrongly decided.)

As vegans grow more numerous, and some grow older, this is an important area  for lawyers to pay attention to.  Hospitals and nursing homes (especially if they receive government funding!) should be obligated to feed people a diet that comports with their ethics, regardless of whether their ethics are rooted in what most people think of as “religion.” For so many people, veganism is not just a lifestyle, or the expression of an ethical belief, it is fundamentally central to their world view and at the very core of their being. They should have a right to have it respected.

In today’s episode, we will tell you all about a perfect little doggie in Puerto Rico who we were lucky enough to help rescue.

Then, joining us will be the debonaire Martin Rowe, Director of Publishing at Lantern Books. Martin will tell us how his journey with activism led him to running a publishing company whose focus is animal advocacy and social justice. He’ll also have some important tips for all of you up and coming authors out there.

Following that, Kelly Overton of PATH – who is currently stationed in the Gulf of Mexico – is back once again to give us an update about how things are going in the near wake of the tragic oil spill that is already affecting so many animals. (Also be sure to check out Andy Stepanian’s Huffington Post article, “BP’s Greenwashing Can’t Clean Up Their Spill.”)

In our news section, we will discuss some truly frightening news regarding the effect that overfishing is having on our oceans. We’ll also talk about how and why Chipotle is under attack, and what that has to do with animals.

For our commentary, we will be joined once again by Our Hen House correspondent, Sherrey Glickman – also known as Jasmin’s lovely grandma. Grandma will tell us about some recent mentions of veganism in the mainstream.

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Photo: Courtesy of Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary.

In today’s episode, we come to you from Puerto Rico, where we have found ourselves full — with vegan mofongo, and a rich culture that has captured our hearts.

Joining us today, live and in person, is Ledy Van Kavage, the Senior Legislative Attorney for Best Friends Animal Society. Ledy will be talking to us all about pit bulls: everything from breed discriminatory laws to how you can get involved with fighting for these precious creatures, originally nicknamed “The Nanny Dog” because of their gentleness and impressive way with children.

Our second guest is Kelly Overton, Executive Director of PATH, who is joining us once again from the Gulf of Mexico, where he preparing to assist in rescue and relief for the animals affected by the oil spill.

In our news section, we will talk about the lawsuit that was won against a foie gras facility, a TV show that will go behind the scenes at a puppy mill, the big media that a vegan ultramathoner is receiving, and a sweet compassionate addition to LA’s Studio City.

Joining us for our review section is Our Hen House’s own reviewer, Kyle Knies, who will give us his thoughts on the new feature-length film exposing the fur industry, entitled Skin Trade.

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Photo courtesy of Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary.

In today’s episode, we will begin by talking about some strong new vegans, as well as some artistic ones … .

Jasmin Singer with Paul Shapiro during the 2008 Prop 2 Campaign

Joining us today is Paul Shapiro, Senior Director of The Humane Society of the United States’ End Factory Farming campaign. Paul will talk about everything from the latest from the Ohio anti-confinement ballot initiative, to how he – a long-time vegan and animal rights activist – avoids activist burnout.

In our news section, we will report on some animal news about Goldman Sachs, and the implications it has for China. We will also share some muy bien news right from Our Hen House.

Our second guest today will be Kelly Overton, Executive Director of People Protecting Animals and their Habitats (PATH). Kelly is currently stationed on the Gulf of Mexico and is preparing to assist in efforts to rescue animals at risk because of the oil spill. We will hear Kelly’s thoughts about British Petrolium, and he will let us know how we can help the situation down there, right from home.

Finally, we will discuss the results of our Facebook survey where we asked you to tell us your favorite quote.

Kelly Overton

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BONUS: Below are some articles that Kelly Overton from PATH recommended we read to educate ourselves about what is going on down south.

• The Effects of Maritime Oil Spills on Wildlife Including Non-Avian Marine Life
• Tracking the Oil Spill
• Some oil spill events
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Supporting Mississippi Canyon Incident Response Efforts
• First Oiled Bird is Recovered (PDF)
• Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Response (PDF)
• 2010 Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill
• BP not interested in list of volunteers

And, of course — once again — here is more information on how you can help PATH’s rescue efforts. Also, for those of you in NYC, MooShoes will be donating 10% of all in-store sales on Saturday, May 8th and Sunday May 9th to PATH. They will also provide customers with an additional 5% off of your purchase if you donate any of the desperately needed supplies that PATH is requesting.

In today’s episode, we will discuss a popular new cooking competition that’s raising eyebrows — and lowering cholesterol! — throughout New York City. We’ll also give you some personal news from the world of dot com, or shall we now say dot org.

Joining us today is animal law professor Joan Schaffner, who will be telling us about her forthcoming book, Introduction to Animals and the Law, as well as sharing some tips for folks interested in getting involved with animal law. In our news section, we will be discussing the oil spill off the coast of Louisiana, and the implications that has for wildlife. We’ll also be telling you about some big news in the media that has to do with li’l old us.

Finally, we will be discussing some popular animal rights themed books, and talking about the results of our Facebook survey where we asked you to share your favorites. The results might surprise you!

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Gene Baur. Photo: www.farmsanctuary.org

In today’s episode, we will report back on the trials and tribulations about our vegan bake sale, including some pretty exciting news about the media coverage it is going to receive. Then, we will be joined by the one and only Gene Baur – who some might say is the person responsible for the entire farm animal protection movement as we know it today. Gene will discuss everything from veganic gardening, to artistic expression as a way to advocate for animals.

Jasmin and Grandma

In our news section, we will go over this week’s Supreme Court ruling regarding animals and the First Amendment. In our review section, we will be joined by our very most special guest ever, Jasmin’s grandma, who will give us her thoughts on this week’s episode of Law and Order SVU, which went inside a slaughterhouse.

Jasmin and Marisa at our vegan bake sale

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Bonus: Check out Grandma’s moving and inspirational Storycorps interview (with Jasmin).

Picture at top of blog: “Uncertain Mouse” by Benjamin Arthur, from NPR.

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