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Michael Radkowsky Washington, Nov. 9, 2008 Note from KBJ: Some reasons for vegetarianism apply to all animals, from cows, pigs, and sheep to turkeys, chickens, and fish. Yet Al Gore does not even mention the need for Americans to reduce meat consumption as we attempt to rescue ourselves from the climate crisis.

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Susan Levin Washington, Sept. 9, 2008 The writer is a staff dietitian at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in Washington. Some airports have already discovered that as they increase nutritious vegetarian meal options, their customers are thanking them—and coming back for more.

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It is time for us to widen our circle of compassion and follow Spain’s lead in granting legal rights to apes. Hope Ferdowsian Director of Research Policy Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine Washington, July 14, 2008

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Larry Rice Director, Chief of Naval Operations Environmental Readiness Division Washington, July 3, 2008 The lives of our sailors and marines, and our national security, depend on it.

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Wayne Pacelle President and Chief Executive The Humane Society of the United States Washington, May 21, 2008 The Humane Society of the United States and other animal protection organizations support the farm bill because of these achievements for animals. We hope Congress will vote to override the president’s veto.

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Wayne Pacelle President and Chief Executive The Humane Society of the United States Washington, March 8, 2008 Most Americans, by contrast, join with us in demanding better regulations to safeguard farm animals and more credible inspections of our food.

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Michael Markarian Washington, March 31, 2008 The writer is the executive vice president of the Humane Society of the United States. Dog lovers who are unable to make a lifelong commitment to a pet can volunteer with animal shelters and rescue groups, and provide foster care in their home for an animal awaiting permanent adoption.