Don Lichterman

Testing on Animals & Wildlife, Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News / /

Ending Animal Testing: Why 48,000 Dogs and Count Demand a Scientific and Moral Reckoning Read More »

Testing on Animals & Wildlife, Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News

Ending Animal Testing: Why 48,000 Dogs and Count Demand a Scientific and Moral Reckoning

Every year in the United States, more than 48,000 dogs are confined in laboratory facilities — the overwhelming majority of them beagles. At the same time, monkeys are captured, transported, and shipped into biomedical research environments where stress, confinement, and invasive experimentation define their daily existence. This is not simply an animal welfare issue. It

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You Know His Yellowstone: Tom Murphy, the American Bison, and a Climate Legacy Stamped in History Read More »

Wildlife & Racing Extinction, Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News

You Know His Yellowstone: Tom Murphy, the American Bison, and a Climate Legacy Stamped in History

As climate urgency intensifies and the future of America’s public lands faces mounting pressure, one of the nation’s most enduring conservation storytellers is being honored in a profoundly symbolic way. Legendary wildlife photographer Tom Murphy has been selected for a new U.S. postage stamp featuring his powerful American bison imagery — a tribute that bridges

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Two Years Free: The Sudan Lions Rescue Anniversary and the Global Power of Compassion in Action Read More »

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Two Years Free: The Sudan Lions Rescue Anniversary and the Global Power of Compassion in Action

Two years ago, in the midst of armed conflict and systemic collapse, eleven lions faced an uncertain fate in war-torn Sudan. Their captivity conditions had deteriorated as violence escalated, infrastructure fractured, and access to food, veterinary care, and oversight vanished. Today, those same lions are alive, thriving, and protected — living in dignity at FOUR

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Sustainable Action Now’s Death Penalty Focus: Why Justice Demands Action Now Read More »

Death Penalty, SAN News

Sustainable Action Now’s Death Penalty Focus: Why Justice Demands Action Now

The movement to end the death penalty is not theoretical. It is not abstract. It is unfolding in real time — in courtrooms, in prison cells, in governors’ offices, and in the moral conscience of this country. At Sustainable Action Now (SAN), sustainability is not limited to climate, conservation, or clean energy. It is about

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SafariLIVE Sunset Expands the Future of Conservation Media — Elephants, Lions, and a Living Window Into the Wild Read More »

SafariLIVE Sunset, Elephants, Lions, SAN News, Tigers, Wildlife & Racing Extinction

SafariLIVE Sunset Expands the Future of Conservation Media — Elephants, Lions, and a Living Window Into the Wild

A powerful new chapter in environmental storytelling continues to unfold through SafariLIVE Sunset, the immersive wildlife broadcast bringing global audiences face-to-face with elephants, lions, leopards, and the breathtaking landscapes they inhabit. As new February 2026 episodes stream for members and global viewers, the series is emerging as one of the most impactful digital conservation experiences

Death Penalty, SAN News / /

DeSantis Signs Death Warrant in Florida Case—Why Trump-Era Capital Punishment Politics Collide With a Growing Conservative Shift Against Executions Read More »

Death Penalty, SAN News

DeSantis Signs Death Warrant in Florida Case—Why Trump-Era Capital Punishment Politics Collide With a Growing Conservative Shift Against Executions

Earlier this week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant for Michael Lee King, who was sentenced to death for the 2008 abduction and murder of Denise Amber Lee—a horrific crime that ended a young woman’s life and devastated her loved ones. King’s execution is scheduled for March 17, 2026, at Florida State Prison.

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Fresh, Flavorful, and Fully Plant-Based: Sustainable Recipes That Nourish People and Planet Read More »

Recipes, SAN News

Fresh, Flavorful, and Fully Plant-Based: Sustainable Recipes That Nourish People and Planet

Sustainable food choices continue to redefine how individuals engage with climate action, health, and ethical living. At Sustainable Action Now, the spotlight this season turns to a vibrant collection of plant-forward recipes designed to make sustainable eating simple, satisfying, and accessible — from refreshing vegan beverages to fresh homemade salsas and protein-rich vegetarian meals that

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The Somatic Toolkit for Sustainable Activism: A New Movement for Resilient Climate and Social Justice Leadership Read More »

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The Somatic Toolkit for Sustainable Activism: A New Movement for Resilient Climate and Social Justice Leadership

A transformative new wellness initiative is reshaping how activists sustain their work, their health, and their long-term impact. The Somatic Toolkit for Sustainable Activism, developed by yoga teacher and author Devi Daly, has officially launched as a dedicated self-care and resilience program designed specifically for activists, caregivers, and protectors working at the front lines of

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Trump’s Climate Policy Reversal Triggers Legal Showdown — EPA Rollback Signals Major Shift in U.S. Environmental Strategy Read More »

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Trump’s Climate Policy Reversal Triggers Legal Showdown — EPA Rollback Signals Major Shift in U.S. Environmental Strategy

A sweeping reversal of U.S. climate policy is setting the stage for one of the most consequential environmental legal battles in modern history. The Trump administration has moved to overturn a foundational federal determination that greenhouse gas emissions endanger public health and drive climate change — a decision that could reshape environmental regulation, energy markets,

Rescue Network, SAN News / /

Big Cat Companionship at LIONSROCK: How Sanctuary Life Is Transforming the Future of Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Read More »

Rescue Network, SAN News

Big Cat Companionship at LIONSROCK: How Sanctuary Life Is Transforming the Future of Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation

A powerful example of compassionate conservation is unfolding at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary in South Africa, where rescued lions and tigers are not only surviving — they are thriving. Through dedicated rehabilitation, ethical sanctuary care, and species-appropriate social environments, FOUR PAWS South Africa is demonstrating what sustainable wildlife protection looks like in practice. At the