Cognitive Dissonance Theory Works Against Social Change
I heard an interesting story on NPR's Science Friday today. The guest was Elliot Aronson, a social psychologist who has co-written a new book, Mistakes Were Made (But Not by ... Read More

Friday July 20, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Dogfighting Indictment Just a Baby-Step for Animals
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick and three other people were indicted this week on charges surrounding alleged dogfighting activities, according to a CNN.com article. Vick faces maximum penalties of six ... Read More

Friday July 20, 2007 | permalink | comments (2)

…But You Eat Fish, Don’t You?
There have been countless times that vegetarians have heard this comeback (and its companion retort “...but you eat chicken, don’t you?”), and it still seems strange to me that so ... Read More

Friday July 13, 2007 | permalink | comments (3)

Livestock Production's Impact on Climate Change Ignored
Musician Moby – who also is vegan and an animal rights advocate - has criticized the recent Live Earth concerts for selling hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken to fans, despite ... Read More

Tuesday July 10, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Caution Flag Waved Over “Speed Racer” Movie Chimp
Reports of animal abuse are emanating from the movie set of Speed Racer, a live-action film adaptation of the 1960s Japanese “anime” cartoon that was recently revived and updated by ... Read More

Wednesday July 4, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)