By Rick Jordahl | Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Layer by layer, the facade of the Humane Society of the United States is being peeled back revealing the group’s far-reaching objectives. The world is learning that at the center is an animal rights group with much more on its agenda than saving dogs and cats.
Australian wine maker, Casella Wines, learned the hard way. After the company’s commitment to donate $100,000 was roundly criticized by many consumers of the wine makers’ Yellow Tail wine, the company reevaluated their commitment to HSUS.
In exchanges with the Animal Agriculture Alliance, Casella has decided that “future support for animal welfare will go to organizations specifically devoted to hands-on care, such as rescue, sterilization, feeding, or disaster assistance.”
Casella Wines’ wish to aid and support animals seems genuine and the company’s misdirected donation, while unfortunate, is understandable. HSUS fund-raising tactics excel at generating donations from those who are unaware of the group’s extensive agenda.
More layers of the HSUS exterior will be peeled back with last week’s launch of the Web site www.HumaneWatch.org . Sponsored by the Center for Consumer Freedom, the site’s objective is to educate the public about what HSUS is and what it is not. CCF is a non-profit organization supported by over 100 companies and thousands of individual consumers.
“People mistake HSUS for an animal welfare group that manages pet shelters,” says David Martosko, CCF director of research. “Part of the objective of HumaneWatch.org is to correct that misperception.”
Full story at Pork Magazine link
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Pilot backs away from $52k in donations to HSUS
Knoxville based Pilot Travel Centers, LLC is essentially apologizing for for more than $52,000 in employee and customers contributions to the Humane Society of the United States.
On Thursday, the Humane Society acknowledged support from the travel centers.
"We're giving a shout out to Pilot Travel Centers for standing up against animal cruelty and supporting us!" HSUS said on its Facebook Page. The post garnered 2,411 people who said they liked that message, and 106 comments.
Then Pilot started taking flak for the support on its Facebook page, with many of the comments arguing the group does not fight the for the interests of Tennessee families who work and depend on agriculture.
Friday, Pilot issued a statement regarding the relationship of the company with the animal rights organization.
"We sincerely regret any actions that led to the misperception of our support of this organization. Pilot Travel Centers is a strong supporter of agriculture interests in our home state of Tennessee and across the country," the statement said.
Also in that statement, the company said they gave the HSUS the money for three specific areas:
1.Rural Veterinary Care
2.Disaster Relief
3.A foreclosure fund to house animals impacted by the housing crisis.
The statement went on to say, "Since 2007, less than $52,000 in voluntary donations from customers and employees was collected in stores as part of an employee-driven charity event. The money went to three specific areas: rural animal veterinary care services, disaster relief and a foreclosure fund to help rescue animals left behind in homes during the foreclosure crisis."
"In order to avoid any further misunderstandings, employees will immediately cease collections of donations to HSUS. Pilot corporate has never matched a single dollar of these donations and will not support any organization that has an agenda that works against agriculture interests."
Pilot didn't have any comment beyond the statement released.
The Humane Society released a statement in response to the online fracas:
We thank employees and customers of Pilot Travel Centers for three years of loyal support for animals in need. We regret they are no longer being given the opportunity in stores to support our work to help animals abandoned in the foreclosure crisis, to help end pet overpopulation and aid animals in distress.
Source: WBIR news Knoxville
On Thursday, the Humane Society acknowledged support from the travel centers.
"We're giving a shout out to Pilot Travel Centers for standing up against animal cruelty and supporting us!" HSUS said on its Facebook Page. The post garnered 2,411 people who said they liked that message, and 106 comments.
Then Pilot started taking flak for the support on its Facebook page, with many of the comments arguing the group does not fight the for the interests of Tennessee families who work and depend on agriculture.
Friday, Pilot issued a statement regarding the relationship of the company with the animal rights organization.
"We sincerely regret any actions that led to the misperception of our support of this organization. Pilot Travel Centers is a strong supporter of agriculture interests in our home state of Tennessee and across the country," the statement said.
Also in that statement, the company said they gave the HSUS the money for three specific areas:
1.Rural Veterinary Care
2.Disaster Relief
3.A foreclosure fund to house animals impacted by the housing crisis.
The statement went on to say, "Since 2007, less than $52,000 in voluntary donations from customers and employees was collected in stores as part of an employee-driven charity event. The money went to three specific areas: rural animal veterinary care services, disaster relief and a foreclosure fund to help rescue animals left behind in homes during the foreclosure crisis."
"In order to avoid any further misunderstandings, employees will immediately cease collections of donations to HSUS. Pilot corporate has never matched a single dollar of these donations and will not support any organization that has an agenda that works against agriculture interests."
Pilot didn't have any comment beyond the statement released.
The Humane Society released a statement in response to the online fracas:
We thank employees and customers of Pilot Travel Centers for three years of loyal support for animals in need. We regret they are no longer being given the opportunity in stores to support our work to help animals abandoned in the foreclosure crisis, to help end pet overpopulation and aid animals in distress.
Source: WBIR news Knoxville
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Racketeering Lawsuit Fingers Humane Society of the United States
Multi-Million Dollar Animal Rights Group Accused Of Corruption; Lawsuit Available At HumaneWatch
Washington - In a landmark RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) lawsuit certain to have far-reaching implications for the animal rights movement, Feld Entertainment and the Ringling Brothers circus sued the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), its lawyers, and several other animal rights groups last week. The nonprofit Center for Consumer Freedom (CCF) unearthed the lawsuit in federal court records today. CCF is making the lawsuit available online at its newest website, www.HumaneWatch.org
"America's farmers, ranchers, hunters, fishermen, research scientists, fashion designers, and restaurateurs have seen for decades how the animal rights movement can behave like a mobbed-up racket," said CCF Director of Research David Martosko. "But it's still shocking to see the evidence laid out on paper. In a treble-damage lawsuit like this, a jury could actually do the humane thing and finally put HSUS out of business completely."
Full Story at link ....
Washington - In a landmark RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) lawsuit certain to have far-reaching implications for the animal rights movement, Feld Entertainment and the Ringling Brothers circus sued the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), its lawyers, and several other animal rights groups last week. The nonprofit Center for Consumer Freedom (CCF) unearthed the lawsuit in federal court records today. CCF is making the lawsuit available online at its newest website, www.HumaneWatch.org
"America's farmers, ranchers, hunters, fishermen, research scientists, fashion designers, and restaurateurs have seen for decades how the animal rights movement can behave like a mobbed-up racket," said CCF Director of Research David Martosko. "But it's still shocking to see the evidence laid out on paper. In a treble-damage lawsuit like this, a jury could actually do the humane thing and finally put HSUS out of business completely."
Full Story at link ....
Monday, February 15, 2010
MSN Johnson City — 2nd reading of ordinance
The Johnson City Commission will have a second reading of a mandatory spay/neuter ordinance at their February 18th meeting. The commissioners will cast a final vote upon third reading. It is imperative that responsible owners and breeders attend this meeting to express their opposition to this measure.
Johnson City Commission Meeting
Thursday, February 18th
6pm
601 East Main St.
Johnson City, TN 37601
Johnson City currently requires that all animals over 3 months of age be registered with the city's Animal Control Center, but there is no fee. The owner must provide a copy of the animal's rabies vaccination and the registration is good for 3 years.
The proposed ordinance would require that all dogs and cats over the age of 6 months be spayed or neutered unless the owner obtains a $25 unaltered animal permit from the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Control Center. The ordinance requires that the certificate be available for inspection at all times.
This ordinance will only be enforced if the owner violates another provision of the city's animal control code, but even a first violation will require that the animal be spayed or neutered.
If you are unable to attend the meeting, please send the council members a letter or email politely expressing your concerns with this measure.
Mayor Jane Myron
1109 W. Market Street
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 434-2665
Fax: (423) 434-0406
JANESLUNCHBOX@AOL.COM
Vice-Mayor Jeff Banyas
220 Shadowwood Drive
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 283-0954
Fax: (423) 928-0265
jeffdds4@aol.com
Commissioner Phil Carriger
6 Fox Run
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 282-8373
pcarriger@charter.net
Commissioner Stephen M. Darden
c/o Hunter, Smith & Davis, Attorneys
100 Med Tech Parkway
Suite 110
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 283-6300
Fax: (423) 283-6301
sdarden@hsdlaw.com
Commissioner Marcy Walker
1602 Millbrook Drive
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 612-1396
Fax: (423) 915-0082
mewalker@cvtsurg.com
Thursday, February 4, 2010
OPPOSE MSN in Johnson City, TN
The Johnson City city commission will hear the first reading of a proposed mandatory spay/neuter ordinance tonight (Thursday, February 4). This is MSN and the ordinance states that any dog over six months old would be required to be spayed or neutered. The only exceptions would be if you are a commercial breeder, have a service dog, or if you purchase a lifetime "unaltered animal" permit from the city.
The meeting is tonight, Feb 4, 2010 at 6 pm in the Commission Chambers at 601 East Main Street, Johnson City, TN 37605.
We need you to send polite messages of opposition to the following five city commission members and to the city attorney:
Mayor: The Honorable Jane Myron
c/o Jane's Lunch Box
1109 W. Market Street
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 434-2665
Fax: (423) 434-0406
Email: JANESLUNCHBOX@AOL.COM
Vice Mayor:The Honorable Jeff Banyas
220 Shadowwood Drive
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 283-0954
Fax: (423) 928-0265
Email: jeffdds4@aol.com
Commissioners:
The Honorable Phil Carriger
6 Fox Run
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 282-8373
Email: pcarriger@charter.net
The Honorable Stephen M. Darden
c/o Hunter, Smith & Davis, Attorneys
100 Med Tech Parkway
Suite 110
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 283-6300
Fax: (423) 283-6301
Email: sdarden@hsdlaw.com
The Honorable Marcy Walker
1602 Millbrook Drive
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 612-1396
Fax: (423) 915-0082
Email: mewalker@cvtsurg.com
City Attorney
James H. Epps IV
Associate Legal Counsel
City of Johnson City, Tennessee
601 East Main Street
Johnson City, Tennessee 37601
(423) 434-6009
Fax: (423) 434-6014
Email: mckee.epps@johnsoncitytn.org
Let them know that MSN is not the way to go! It's never succeeded anywhere it's been tried and it ultimately ends up costing more dogs their lives when people won't comply. There is no reason why responsible dog owners should have to purchase permits to keep their dogs intact.
Please contact these city officials and tell them you OPPOSE MSN in Johnson City!
The meeting is tonight, Feb 4, 2010 at 6 pm in the Commission Chambers at 601 East Main Street, Johnson City, TN 37605.
We need you to send polite messages of opposition to the following five city commission members and to the city attorney:
Mayor: The Honorable Jane Myron
c/o Jane's Lunch Box
1109 W. Market Street
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 434-2665
Fax: (423) 434-0406
Email: JANESLUNCHBOX@AOL.COM
Vice Mayor:The Honorable Jeff Banyas
220 Shadowwood Drive
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 283-0954
Fax: (423) 928-0265
Email: jeffdds4@aol.com
Commissioners:
The Honorable Phil Carriger
6 Fox Run
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 282-8373
Email: pcarriger@charter.net
The Honorable Stephen M. Darden
c/o Hunter, Smith & Davis, Attorneys
100 Med Tech Parkway
Suite 110
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 283-6300
Fax: (423) 283-6301
Email: sdarden@hsdlaw.com
The Honorable Marcy Walker
1602 Millbrook Drive
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: (423) 612-1396
Fax: (423) 915-0082
Email: mewalker@cvtsurg.com
City Attorney
James H. Epps IV
Associate Legal Counsel
City of Johnson City, Tennessee
601 East Main Street
Johnson City, Tennessee 37601
(423) 434-6009
Fax: (423) 434-6014
Email: mckee.epps@johnsoncitytn.org
Let them know that MSN is not the way to go! It's never succeeded anywhere it's been tried and it ultimately ends up costing more dogs their lives when people won't comply. There is no reason why responsible dog owners should have to purchase permits to keep their dogs intact.
Please contact these city officials and tell them you OPPOSE MSN in Johnson City!
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