Don Lichterman

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

Stop Funding Animal Experiments Overseas—Why the Fight Over Your Tax Dollars Is Reaching a Breaking Point Read More »

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

Stop Funding Animal Experiments Overseas—Why the Fight Over Your Tax Dollars Is Reaching a Breaking Point

A growing national conversation is unfolding around a question that cuts directly across ethics, public policy, and global accountability: should taxpayer dollars from the United States be used to fund animal experimentation in laboratories outside the country? At Sustainable Action Now, this issue sits at the intersection of animal welfare, government transparency, and international oversight.

Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News / /

Federal Working Animal Protection Act (H.R. 4638) Passes the House—A Defining Moment for Animal Welfare and the Future of Ethical Rescue Networks Read More »

Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News

Federal Working Animal Protection Act (H.R. 4638) Passes the House—A Defining Moment for Animal Welfare and the Future of Ethical Rescue Networks

In a landmark development for animal welfare policy in the United States, the Federal Working Animal Protection Act (H.R. 4638) has officially passed the House of Representatives—marking a critical step forward in strengthening protections for working animals and reinforcing the national commitment to humane standards. For advocates, rescue organizations, and ethical care networks, this is

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Inside Arosa Bear Sanctuary’s Winter Operations—Where Conservation Never Sleeps Read More »

Bears, Rescue Network, SAN News

Inside Arosa Bear Sanctuary’s Winter Operations—Where Conservation Never Sleeps

High in the snow-covered Swiss Alps, where silence blankets the landscape and temperatures plunge deep into winter extremes, a remarkable story of resilience, conservation, and commitment unfolds every single day. At the Arosa Bear Sanctuary, winter is not a season of inactivity—it is a test of systems, dedication, and purpose. While the bears retreat into

Recipes, SAN News / /

Weekly Meal Plan: A Smarter, Greener Way to Cook Through the Week Read More »

Recipes, SAN News

Weekly Meal Plan: A Smarter, Greener Way to Cook Through the Week

Sustainable living doesn’t begin with sweeping, abstract ideas—it starts in the kitchen, with intentional choices that shape how we shop, cook, and nourish ourselves. This week’s Sustainable Action Now meal plan is designed to do exactly that: streamline your routine, reduce waste, maximize flavor, and deliver plant-forward meals that are as practical as they are

Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News / /

Why Reality TV’s “Survival” Fantasy Still Exploits Animals for Entertainment — And Why Survivor Should Finally Stop Handing Out Chickens Read More »

Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News

Why Reality TV’s “Survival” Fantasy Still Exploits Animals for Entertainment — And Why Survivor Should Finally Stop Handing Out Chickens

Corporations Are People, My Friend: Survivor is Not Hard – Stop Being Delusional! For a show that has built its brand on the mythology of hardship, endurance, and the human instinct to survive, the long-running reality competition Survivor has always relied on a carefully constructed illusion. That illusion—now in its fiftieth season—is that contestants are

Private Prisons, SAN News / /

New Mass Incarceration Trends: Immigration Detention, Private Prisons, and the Expanding Debate Over America’s Carceral System Read More »

Private Prisons, SAN News

New Mass Incarceration Trends: Immigration Detention, Private Prisons, and the Expanding Debate Over America’s Carceral System

Across the United States, the conversation surrounding mass incarceration has evolved dramatically over the past decade. Policymakers, researchers, and advocacy organizations have increasingly examined the scale of incarceration in the country and the policies that drive it. While many reforms have focused on reducing prison populations through changes to sentencing laws, bail reform, and diversion

SAN News / /

Four Years of Freedom: The Rescue Story of Sandro the Tiger and the Global Mission to Give Captive Big Cats a Second Chance Read More »

SAN News

Four Years of Freedom: The Rescue Story of Sandro the Tiger and the Global Mission to Give Captive Big Cats a Second Chance

Across the world, thousands of wild animals spend their lives in environments that fall far short of their natural needs. From roadside attractions to abandoned zoos and private facilities, many animals born into captivity endure years of confinement without adequate space, enrichment, or veterinary care. Yet within the global movement for animal protection, stories of

Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News, Stop Wildlife Crime / /

Let Them Fly: Why the Movement to End the Captivity of Wild Birds Is Growing Worldwide Read More »

Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN News, Stop Wildlife Crime

Let Them Fly: Why the Movement to End the Captivity of Wild Birds Is Growing Worldwide

Across forests, deserts, and tropical ecosystems throughout the Americas, birds represent one of nature’s most dynamic and visually stunning expressions of life. Their colors brighten landscapes, their songs define ecosystems, and their migrations connect continents. Yet for millions of birds around the world, life does not unfold in open skies or forest canopies. Instead, it

Recipes, SAN News / /

The Ultimate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie: A Plant-Powered Breakfast That Delivers Flavor, Energy, and Sustainable Nutrition Read More »

Recipes, SAN News

The Ultimate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie: A Plant-Powered Breakfast That Delivers Flavor, Energy, and Sustainable Nutrition

In today’s fast-paced world, the search for meals that are quick, nourishing, and satisfying has never been more important. For people trying to eat healthier while also embracing more sustainable food choices, smoothies have emerged as one of the most practical solutions available. Among the countless smoothie combinations enjoyed around the world, few pairings are

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A New Energy Reality: Why Global Oil Turmoil Is Accelerating the Urgent Push for Climate Solutions Read More »

Climate, SAN News, Wildlife & Racing Extinction

A New Energy Reality: Why Global Oil Turmoil Is Accelerating the Urgent Push for Climate Solutions

The global energy system is entering a period of profound uncertainty. Geopolitical tensions, disruptions to shipping routes, and fragile fossil fuel infrastructure are once again reminding the world just how volatile oil-dependent economies can be. Recent developments in the Middle East and global energy markets have triggered renewed concern about rising fuel prices, fragile supply