The Clarity of Repulsion Some years ago, I helped develop a playful, quirky, non-scholarly personality test based on a certain…
Frontline Defenders: Meet the People Fighting to Keep Equality Alive
When the Supreme Court handed down Obergefell v. Hodges in 2015, marriage equality supporters celebrated in the streets. For many,…
The Price of Prejudice: How Attacking Rights Hurts Economies
Civil rights aren’t just moral issues—they’re economic ones. And every time a state decides to legislate discrimination, it sends a…
Mapping the Threat: Which States Are Poised to Ban Equality First?
If Obergefell v. Hodges falls, the next question won’t be if some states ban same-sex marriage—it will be which ones…
The Fragile Shield: Respect for Marriage Act—Enough or Just a Safety Net?
When the Supreme Court gutted Roe v. Wade in 2022, marriage equality advocates saw the writing on the wall. If…
Trial Balloons and Time Bombs: The New Playbook for Rolling Back Rights
When civil rights are under attack, the first strike isn’t always a direct hit—it’s often a test. A “trial balloon”…
Justice Under Siege: Kim Davis and the Push to Drag America Backward
Ten years after Obergefell v. Hodges—the landmark ruling that confirmed same-sex couples have a constitutional right to marry—America is again…
Creamy Orzo & Kale
There’s something magical about a dish that’s simple enough for a weeknight yet satisfying enough to serve to friends. Creamy…
Federal Overreach in the Capital: Trump’s Power Grab Under the Guise of ‘Public Safety’
In yet another alarming display of executive overreach, Donald Trump has seized control of Washington, D.C.’s police force and ordered…
World News Wednesday: August 6, 2025
Top animal rights developments from around the globe. Oregon’s IP28 Campaign Accelerates Toward Ballot Animal rights advocates in Oregon are…
Chris Censullo — Creating a Kinder World, One Image at a Time
When I first reached out to Chris Censullo for this interview, I already had a strong sense of the role…
The Monthly Pulse: July 2025
As the world sweltered through the hottest July on record, the fight for justice—in every form—pressed forward with renewed urgency.…
Vegan Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
These Vegan Parmesan Roasted Potatoes are an easy and delightful dish, featuring crispy, cheesy bites seasoned with herbs. Made with cubed potatoes, olive oil, and spices, they are roasted until golden. Perfect as a side or snack, they can be enjoyed with various dipping sauces for added flavor.
Policing Compassion: When Advocacy Becomes a Crime
In a world where compassion should be a virtue, it is increasingly becoming a liability—at least in the eyes of…
EDITOR’S NOTE: When Mourning Becomes a Moral Test
Every time a public figure passes — especially one with a complicated relationship to animals — a familiar fracture emerges…
World News Wednesday: July 10–22 – Animal Rights on the Rise
From courtroom battles to consumer bans, the global fight for animals surged forward this week—despite setbacks in U.S. legislation. Animal…
The Humane Herald 