The holidays are here! And that means many of us will be traveling to see family and friends – possibly providing an opportunity to explore a new city or country.
Al Gore Fights Global Warming with His Fork: He’s Vegan!
Former Vice President Al Gore has accepted an inconvenient truth: animal agriculture is one of the primary contributors to global warming. Just last week, word got out that Gore is now vegan. The news was released in a Forbes article, and the Washington Post followed up the tip by finding “an individual familiar with Gore’s decision” to confirm the claim.
Turkey-Free Foods to Gobble Up for Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, leave turkey — and all animals — off your plate without missing any holiday fun. You’ll find that many side dishes such as mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, and candied yams can already be easily “veganized” with only a few minor modifications. Try these vegan side dishes at your next holiday feast.
COK Picks: Four Fun Videos of Cute and Playful Turkeys!
In our everyday lives, it may be difficult for us to relate to turkeys or any farmed animal for that matter. Most of us have never had the opportunity to meet a turkey in person – so we’ve picked four fun videos to introduce you, virtually, to these incredible animals.
Show off Your Compassion & Benefit COK!
As the holiday shopping season gets under way, Compassion Over Killing is excited to announce a special t-shirt offer through FLOAT Apparel. Order a limited-edition “Compassion” tee between Nov. 25 and Dec. 8 and you’ll support COK in the process!
Give Thanks with Compassionate Thanksgiving Casserole
Have you ever been the only vegan at the Thanksgiving table? When I visit family for the holidays I like to impress them by bringing vegan versions of all the holiday classics, but it’s challenging to prepare ahead and transport a full veg-friendly feast. My solution to this dinner conundrum: Compassionate Casserole!
Nature Conservancy CEO Discusses Why He’s Vegan
The research is clear: one of the single most important actions each one of us can take to reduce our environmental impact is to choose plant-based foods. After all, “livestock are one of the most significant contributors to today’s most serious environmental problems,” according to the 2006 United Nations’ report Livestock’s Long Shadow.
COK Investigation Video Prompts Criminal Animal Cruelty Charges
Last week, Compassion Over Killing released a heart-breaking undercover video exposing the callous and violent mistreatment of newborn calves at Quanah Cattle Co. in Weld County, Colorado. Quanah buys, temporarily confines, and then sells these very young animals, most of whom are male and are unwanted in the dairy industry since they won’t produce milk.
Fruits and Vegetables: Ready for a Marketing Makeover
You’re probably familiar with the highly-marketed slogans “Got Milk?” and “Beef: It’s what’s for dinner”? That’s because every year, federal farm “Checkoff” programs spend more than $500 million to advertise and promote meat, dairy, and eggs to the American public.