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The Violence Against Women Act

In our continued observance of 16 Days of Activism to Eliminate Violence Against Women, here are some sobering facts about domestic and intimate partner violence. Number of U.S. troops killed in Afghanistan and Iraq: 6,614: Number of women, in the same period, killed as … Continue reading

03. December 2012
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16 Days of Activism

Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the first day of the annual 16 Days Campaign. Today is a day to honor the women who have suffered gender-based violence and celebrate the myriad of resources and … Continue reading

25. November 2012
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Cultivating Fear: Human Rights Watch

I think that it is safe to say that most Americans do not think enough about where their food comes from. We worry way more about whether our food is organic and locally grown, than if it is ethically cultivated, … Continue reading

11. July 2012
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Charlie Sheen: Why is this ok?

I have another confession to make. Among the many internet sites that I check regularly, the People website is one of them. I know, I know, it’s complete trash. And I have no good excuses to make it sound more … Continue reading

08. March 2011
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