Marc Bekoff is a prolific writer and speaker in cognitive ethology and behavioural ecology. In a recent editorial to the Daily Camera, he makes an analogy between the carbon and compassion footprints of humanity. Compassion is the key for bettering … Continue reading
The Spanish parliament’s decision to extend certain political rights to great apes is sparking a renewed debated about the meaning of a mixed community of people, animals and nature. You can read more about the decision at Reuters. cheers, Bill
Dear Ethos readers: I thought this issue addressed an interesting nexus between ethics, science, culture, and public policy, so I wanted to share it with you. I welcome your thoughts and comments. Best – Jared Milrad Our Common Concern.com —– … Continue reading
One of my greatest pleasures on Ethos is introducing new columnists to our readers. Today I want to welcome Jared Milrad. Jared was born in New York City and raised both in New York and central New Jersey. Vegan since … Continue reading
News is breaking today that Des Moines County sheriffs in Iowa shot about 10-16 pigs who presumably had escaped a factory farm, swam through a massive flood, and found safety atop sandbag levees. County officials feared that the pigs would … Continue reading
Donovan’s younger brother was 13 when he was diagnosed with HIV. He did all he could to save his little brother, even working in HIV/AIDS prevention and supporting his single mom. Yet, after the teenager’s condition deteriorated and forced him … Continue reading
