Comments mtvyfan has made

Unfortunately this misinformation has been broadcasted far and wide by all media, even my local newspaper in Helena, MT. It really shows how threatened "chemical" agriculture is by organics. They spread misinformation rather than see if their product is healthy at all.

The tactics they are using smack true of GMOs hazards of being in our food system by Monsanto. I heard that some of the information used was so old like back in 1950 before science had even identified antioxidants, or knew what they did or how important they are to health.

And don't get me started on the school chose to conduct such an important test. Whoever has heard of the London School Hygiene and Tropical Medicine anyway. Does anything in their name say agriculture to you? I am picturing a school with Turkish baths and witch doctors. No offense to Turks or witch doctors intended. 

I promptly kissed by Sigg bottle after watching the trailer. What a fascinating film. I especially liked the part with the FDA bottled water supervisor who was not allowed to answer a question because I am assuming it is her supervisor saying he wouldn't have granted the interview if he knew she would ask questions like that. Hmmm...Can we say COVERUP!

I am soooo not surprised. I really thought this would be the outcome. Vilsak is a wolf in sheep's clothing. He started out by talking about organics, but now that he has his claws into his position, the true Vilsak is coming out. You can't take the biotech out of that boy sadly.

I'm betting the card is to Mall-Wart

That sounds like the most likely suspect to me.

On the bright side, if you look really hard and are a diligent label reader, they do carry some organic products. Just be sure to check for the USDA organic label or some other organic certifier, because according to www.cornucopia.com they have been known to use their "organic" shelf tag on items that are natural, not organic. Caveat Emptor!On Umbra on gift cards posted 10 months ago 10 Responses

When he bans GMOs, then I'll believe

I'm sorry, but I have a really hard time supporting someone who was chosen by Michael Taylor who has been the Vice President of Monsanto and then part of the FDA and then back to Monsanto.

When I learned that Taylor was part of President Obama's ag transition team, I was appalled. Monsanto is probably breathing a sigh of relief that they snuck Vilsak through. Now they still have a sympathetic ear for their new experiments on humans in the USDA.

Once Vilsak removes himself from Monsanto's back pocket and starts true regulation of GMOs and holds Monsanto responsible for their illegal release into the human and animal food supply, only then will I give him a chance.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

I just wish AP would proofread their stories!

I notice so many typos that I thought were being made by my local newspaper. Turns out they were all AP stories. For crying out loud learn English before trying to use it in the newspaper and spell check is there for a reason, USE IT!

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

Wow, am I disappointed!

I can't believe we have another biotech czar in charge of Ag again!!! It could have only been worse if Michael Taylor himself were appointed. I knew working with the Clintons would be a mistake. They were big biotech supporters, too. I guess Monsanto will continue to be laughing at our folly all the way to the bank. Too, bad.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

Why not Senator Jon Tester (D-MT)?

Senator Tester is currently the ONLY certified organic farmer in the Senate to date. He is smart, works really hard for Montanans and is probably one of the most ethical Senator on the hill. He would have a working knowledge of farmer's plights and would stand up to agribusiness rather than rolling over and showing his belly. He is the natural choice. Even though I would hate to lose him in Montana, it would be better for the country if he was Ag Secretary.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

Go straight to jail go directly to jail...

don't pass GO and don't collect $200! Get thee gone, Stevens!

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

I know diet effects attractiveness

My husband unfortunately has to work with someone who consumes McDonalds, Pizza Hut and Mountain Dew on a daily basis. This guy has body odor that would gag a maggot and works in a very physically demanding job, so he reeks 15 minutes within his shift. They have to drive in a moving truck together all day long. And this guy can't get it why women won't go out with him! Apparently, he does shower and I'm not sure about his deodorant use, but even if you can't wear organic or commercial deodorants, use a deodorant stone! Diet effects not only skin problems, but your odors as well!

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

Well put Tom!

I thank you for eloquently stating what I was thinking without the emotion I was feeling toward such backwards thinking.

Dr. Shiva is right. We forget that Nature knows best how to grow things, been doing it without human help for millions of years, and we need to model our growing habits like our Mothers and there will be no pollution or waste. Again, thanks Tom. I always enjoy reading your thoughts!

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

You are absolutely right guade00!

I recently wrote my Rep. Denny Rehberg a Republican, which really pisses me off that he got reelected by the same people who voted for Democrat Senator Jon Tester (what the hell is it with you Montanans!) about raising the CAFE limits and his response to me was and here is the direct quote from his letter below:

"I am concerned with arbitrary increases in CAFÉ standards and find that they would be counterproductive. It has become evident over the past decade that Americans prefer to purchase larger sports utility vehicles (SUV's) rather than purchasing more fuel-efficient compact cars. Consumers should be free to buy vehicles that meet their family needs in terms of affordability, passenger room, payload capacity, increased safety features and utility. Automakers offer more than 50 models with fuel economy ratings above 30 miles per gallon, but American consumers have not shown an overwhelming desire to purchase these types of vehicles."

Rehberg is the stupidest horses ass! Hybrid technology is in such demand people are on a waiting list for Christ's sake! This just goes to show how out of touch with Americans the Republicans are!On EPA slipping up on pollution control from factory farms, report says posted 1 year, 2 months ago 3 Responses

Thanks for judges!!

It seems that a judge has more knowledge on NPS' standards than they do!On Judge tosses federal plan to allow more snowmobiles into Yellowstone posted 1 year, 2 months ago 4 Responses

Nature's Path Mesa Sunrise is the best!

Mesa Sunrise is organic corn, flax and amanranth, GMO-free and very slightly sweet. I like Tim don't like very heavily sweetened cereals and it comes in a bulk bag, no box. I would say that saves money and the environment at the same time.

PS. The Organic Consumers Association is calling for a boycott on all of Kellogg's cereals due to their planned use of GMO sugar when it becomes available. They also own Kashi, so I wouldn't consume any Kashi products until they commit to no GMO sugar.On Eleven organic breakfast cereals get put to the spoon posted 1 year, 2 months ago 11 Responses

Leave the numbers to the FDA

If the companies don't like them and what they signify...No PROBLEM...they'll just keep crunching them until they get a result they like. Screw the people, it's all about selling crappy fish, baby! Sarcasm very much intended.On Under pressure from Big Canned Tuna, FDA lax in mercury regulation posted 1 year, 2 months ago 3 Responses

I love this idea

I think that having nature have rights in their constitution will help them preserve their resources from greedy, well, greedy Americans, of course. On New Ecuador constitution would give nature inalienable rights posted 1 year, 2 months ago 14 Responses

Did you catch Larry King Live the other day?

If you didn't, go to You Tube right now and look up Larry King Live Palin and Carville in the search field.

You will be delighted to hear Rep. Michelle Bachman lay out why she is qualified to run, like she sold the former Gov. of Alaska's plane on ebay....yep you heard it that was the only thing that Bachman could come up with for Palin's qualification. Then you will LOVE James Carville just rip Bachman apart on her stupid comments while she sits there with this big Botox barbie doll grin on her face. I laughed my ass off. Go, Carville, go.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

STEVENS WON!!!

What are the Reps registering polar bears and whales to vote, now?On Snippets from the news posted 1 year, 3 months ago 1 Response

Jeez, we greenies suggested this a long time ago

Finally, some common sense. Lets hope we're not too late! On High oil prices in future could spur plastic mining from dump sites posted 1 year, 3 months ago 4 Responses

Why are the Republican supporters so embarrassed?

If they are so supportive of McCain, why don't they state who they are. They are treating McCain like some kind of pimp they visit and don't want to be seen supporting.

I really liked the portion of the story about Paul Patton. He reminds me a lot about my husband. My husband declared himself a Republican when we met and I thought well everyone is entitled to his opinion and married him anyway. Then when Bushy Jr. stole the vote from Mr. (President) Gore and showed how crappy of a job he was doing for two terms, my husband registered to vote and voted for Senator Tester (D) so we could get rid of Burns (R) in Montana.

So thanks Bushy, for adding another DEMOCRAT to the voting pool.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

Thanks Wolverine and Randy!

Randy when I read the title of your post, I immediately got chills and Wolverine, yours too. You both are so right. I picture a scene from Stephen King's book, "The Stand" where a crazy old man is holding onto a gas hose pump and I shudder, because that is the future of mankind unless we change our oil dependency, right now.

Everyone in this country and I say in this country first, because we are responsible for setting an example to the rest of the world due to the rest of the world wanting to emulate the American lifestyle. We need to lead the way in conservation and energy efficiency and we are sleeping at the switch!

I pray things change with a new administration, but who knows. I hope it's not just business as usual for this country and we still remain the hypocrites of the world. Expecting other countries to change their polluting ways while we do nothing. On Nearly two-thirds of Americans support offshore drilling, says poll posted 1 year, 3 months ago 13 Responses

If organic cost is a factor...

The Organic Trade Association reported last week that organic commodity prices are rising at HALF the rate of conventional, due to the use of products in bio-diesel. So the old argument that organic is too expensive is proving to be false and this organic gal sure is proud to eat organic! And I'm not consuming any GMOs (yuck!!!!)

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

I am so saddened to hear that Gov. Richards died!

Bummer. She sure was a dynamo! I really loved the way she wouldn't take crap from anyone. She was one of the most honest politicians I remember. She will be sorely missed. Thanks for letting me know, Kate.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

McCain showing what an idiot he really is

For crying out loud! He's being more ignorant than Bushie-Wushie. If he thinks he is pulling one over on the American voters, come November 6th he'll learn otherwise.

The fact that the WORLD wants Obama as president should say something.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

In Shelby, MT! How about in Helena, the capitol!

We have a transit service that only serves downtown Helena, which in my opinion could walk or bike much easier than me, who lives 20 miles away from Helena where I work.

My husband and I carpool in our little Metro and we do OK, but Helena and Montana in general seems to be 15-20 years behind everyone else in the country. Just take a look at the hairstyles and you'll see!

We really suck in Helena as far as commitment to the environment, a lot of state employees work here and they seem to be the least concerned about global warming, etc. Hell, they bitch about the idea of not having plastic bags to use to hold groceries. Pretty lame, it's kind of like being a small fish in the vast, polluted ocean.On How to green your commute posted 1 year, 3 months ago 20 Responses

Please add Inst. for Responsible Technology

Jeffrey Smith is the GMO watchdog of the world and has a handbook for avoiding GMOs on his website www.responsibletechnology.org

It's pretty simple by avoiding the most grown GMO products in the US. They are corn, soy, canola and cotton. If it ain't organic, it shouldn't go in your bod.On How to green your grocery list posted 1 year, 3 months ago 8 Responses

Grass fed beef doesn't taste good?!

Jamie you were probably cooking it too long. There is a difference in cooking times with grass fed vs fatty marbled beef. You cook grass fed much quicker, kind of like elk. The meat is juicy and delicious.

I know the vegans are going to say bad for the environment, etc, but it's feed lot beef that is finished on grain and causing a lot of environmental damage. If a cow is raised on grass, which is it's natural diet, they are not consuming a high petroleum input grain and they don't fart and belch as much, either.On Getting to the meat of the matter with Boston chef Jamie Bissonnette posted 1 year, 3 months ago 21 Responses

What do these people do all day!

Do they play solitaire on the computer or what! If anyone from the FDA or EPA states something is safe, I believe the contrary. If it ain't organically certified, don't put it in your mouth or on your body.On Common, EPA-OK'd insecticides causing health problems posted 1 year, 3 months ago 1 Response

Man, what a bummer

I hoped that it would take longer, like after Obama was elected that he would start compromising with the Reps. I hope that he changes his mind quickly and doesn't cave to much.On Obama softens opposition to offshore drilling, and more political news posted 1 year, 3 months ago 9 Responses

Thank you! Now I have another hero!

Thank you so much Ms. Cummings for writing and so eloquently summing up the danger of GMOs. Jeffrey Smith is a hero of mine and now you are, too.

I have just started my first garden this year and have been amazed at how just will a little nurturing on my part how plants can simply thrive! You really don't have to do much but water them and harvest. These little seeds grow to a jungle (my garden now).

Humans don't realize how life even works, let alone tinkering with the basic beginnings of life.

I will definitely be reading your book and proudly display it next to "Seeds of Deception."On Author Claire Hope Cummings dishes the dirt on genetically modified food posted 1 year, 3 months ago 12 Responses

A big howdy from a Texas gal in Montana

Hey there SouthTexas! I was born in Houston and lived most of my young life in Austin (Hook 'Em Horns!) I am so pleased to see how much of my old home state is working towards renewables. I still consider myself a Texan even though I live in Montana, but you simply can't take that Texas out of that girl, no way!

Keep up the great work Texas. The next woman presidential candidate that I would love to see is Governor Ann Richards! She'd clean up Washington, no doubt!

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

Thanks, but I'll keep driving my Geo Metro

There hasn't been a hybrid made yet that can beat its 56-60 mpg that I get with my Metro. Here's a thought, revive the Metro. Even with their penchant of the motor wearing out after 300,000 miles, you can buy a replacement one for around 300-400 dollars. What a deal!

The only unfortunate thing is that the automakers probably won't do it, because they couldn't charge the amount the do for Prius' and the motor replacement will make them last longer, so they can't screw you for another car in 5 years.

I like how Chris Rock put it i his comedy show, "Bigger and Blacker". "Cadillac can make a car that can last for fifty years... and you know they can do it! But they ain't gonna do something that f*king dumb! They got metal on the space shuttle that can go around the moon and withstand temperatures up to 20,000 degrees. You mean to tell me you don't think they can make an El Dorado where the f*king bumper don't fall off?"

Nuff saidOn Umbra on diesel hybrids posted 1 year, 4 months ago 16 Responses

I wonder how Judge Judy would rule on this case

Probably would tell the guy with the panels to grow up and get a life! Nature should never pay the price for human stupidity, nor should our animal brothers and sisters, but we live in a world with idiots like this guy.

To quote "Love Boat Captain" by Pearl Jam

Is this just another phase? earthquakes making waves,...
Trying to shake the cancer off? stupid human beings,...
Once you hold the hand of love,.. its all surmountable.

Wow, isn't that true! On Trees win in California solar panels vs. redwoods dispute posted 1 year, 4 months ago 9 Responses

I think Obama should use this manure on his garden

Just goes to show you the Republicans are so desperate they are using the gas crisis !!REPUBLICANS CREATED!! to smear a very reputable, honest candidate who will try to positively change the US' impact on the world environment, not make it worse. What can I say, I'm not surprised.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

I love seeing Treecycle on the list!

Treecycle started out as a little delivery company out of Bozeman, MT and moved to the "metropolis" of Huson, MT and is moving up in the world, by moving to Seattle, I think.

Thanks Grist for putting them on the list. They are a great small company.On How to green your day job posted 1 year, 4 months ago 3 Responses

How much money will Obama have to work with now!

Jeez Louise! Bushy has already screwed the budget for any incoming president, even if it was McCain by not demanding the money that the citizens of the country have coming to them!

I'm sorry Mr. Bush, but your American turnip's are just about out of blood for you to squeeze, sir.On Bush admin proposes low royalty rates in push for U.S. oil-shale development posted 1 year, 4 months ago 12 Responses

Someone get her a reusable water bottle!

I hear how Dems want to have renewables, but seeing Ms. Pelosi crack open a plastic water bottle is so contradictory to their mission. Poor choice to have on camera. We Gristers will call you on it!

Michael Pollan says conservation starts with the little everyday choices we make, so Dems need to start now to enact change and make a difference.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

Maybe our fairy tales are to blame for the hatred

I guess growing up with the Big Bad Wolf really has stuck in some people's heads. I'm in Montana and have fought against wolf hunting the best that I can. Nothing is more majestic than a wolf hanging in the woods, but our cousin Coyote also needs some protection.

The coyote is still an allowable animal to hunt unfortunately and the wolfs little cousin is persecuted in Wolfs stead. Remember Coyote, too.

It is really a shame that we honor the dog as man's best friend, but their ancestor is hated so vehemently.On Endangered-species protections reinstated for gray wolves posted 1 year, 4 months ago 17 Responses

The clerk shows people don't think for themselves

I'm sorry, but that clerk that is voting by what his friends parents think is the reason why we are in the spot we are in.

People who vote party on one issue, like abortion, would vote for Hitler if he ran as a republican, same for some democrat voters, too.

People need to start thinking for themselves, study the issues and pick the best man to do the job. For me it is not McCain, or as I call him "mini-Bush."

Ads are no better, when people believe the stupid ads, and neither party is any better, we are doomed to have another "Bushy-Wushy."

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

I would have been more impressed...

if the Pope would have preached those words about the beauty of the earth while pedaling a bicycle to a boat that he then rowed to Sydney Australia, than to be saying that from an airplane, one of the most polluting and non-environmental form of transportation there is next to a space shuttle.On Pope talks to youth about consumption, environmental degradation posted 1 year, 4 months ago 7 Responses

Raw almonds can be purchased from other countries

 I work in an organic supermarket that has a bulk department and our customers want raw unsprayed or heat treated almonds. The way we got around the FDA (I think it stands for F**king Dumb Asses, personally) is to buy imported almonds.

Imported almonds do not have to be sprayed or fumigated, only domestic almonds do. So request imported almonds from your grocer if you really want raw almonds.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

How many solar cells could you buy!

for 1 nuclear energy plant, or for that matter how many wind turbines for 1 nuclear plant? The person not thinking creatively is McCain, not Obama.On Presidential campaign ads go on attack over energy issues posted 1 year, 4 months ago 1 Response

Yum yum bring on the pus in my milk!

How ridiculous! rBGH causes mastitis in cow which leads to pus in their milk. If you want more of that by all means inject away! (tongue very much in cheek)On More use of growth hormones would boost sustainability of dairy industry, says study posted 1 year, 4 months ago 19 Responses

Goes to show you!

The current republican candidate is just as brainless as the current republican president.

Nature Magazine recently published an article demonstrating the ease that terrorists could come on the premises and tamper with reactors or whatever they want. The security systems were supposed to be in place after 9/11, but have not been and McCain says we need more? This is pure folly!
On McCain calls for 45 new nuclear reactors in U.S. by 2030 posted 1 year, 5 months ago 5 Responses

Grow a garden and don't buy Monsanto's hype

Monsanto has lied to the US and farmer's for decades now. They promised high yields with their current line of GMO seeds and the fact is that they DO NOT increase yields, only the amount of pesticides you can spray on them without harming the plant. Monsanto is not the answer and never was. If you really want to see what their business tactics are and how little they care about your or my health go to You Tube and search for "The World According to Monsanto" and wake up with nightmares like I did.

If you really want to help your food budget, grow your own garden. Anyone can do this regardless if you have a plot of land or not. Please use organically produced seeds if you can and enjoy the fruits of your labors. Self-sufficiency really feels good!On As corn and soy fields drown in rainwater, the food crisis deepens posted 1 year, 5 months ago 19 Responses

Steal it, use it up and give it back!

Boy doesn't this sound like the past! We'll steal your land, native peoples, but we'll give it back to you after its been blasted to bits and we've stripped it of all its natural resources.

Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Black Kettle and Red Cloud are probably turning over on their grave platforms. I sure wouldn't trust the government on this deal. They have been breaking treaties and land deals with Native Americans since its formation.On NPS considers returning half of Badlands National Park to Oglala Sioux posted 1 year, 5 months ago 16 Responses

More Orwellian double speak

Big Brother and their double speak, tsk, tsk. No wonder we can't trust any decision our government "safety" agents say.On Toxic trailers will be used again if need be, says FEMA posted 1 year, 5 months ago 2 Responses

McCain already dishing the dirt

I am so sick of the Republicans mud slinging! McCain couldn't even go through one minute of being the Republican nominee without saying a negative comment about Mr. Obama. I guess they feel that threatened. Mr. Obama's victory speech was just what I wanted to here. The spirit and passion he has shown was why I voted for him. I just hope he doesn't pick Billary as his VP nominee. I would much prefer John Edwards.

"For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I too abide, to dispel the misery of the world." - Shantideva

Wouldn't slowing down also save gas and money

Other articles from Grist have mentioned that some ships are slowing down to save gas, hence saving money. I would think that would make it more profitable for the global shippers if they would comply with the proposed rule. I guess we are really experiencing the death of common sense.On White House tries to interfere with right whale protections posted 1 year, 7 months ago 5 Responses

Pine beetle kills all over Montana

The warming trends are definitely hitting MT really bad, which leads to wildfires, which leads to pine beetle destruction. It is a vicious cycle that sadly mankind is responsible for.
On Mountain pine beetles fueling climate change via tree deaths posted 1 year, 7 months ago 5 Responses

No one wants to make the sacrifice

I live in Montana and I am still seeing people driving their huge gas hog trucks, SUVs and Hummers on our streets daily when my husband and I carpool to work. Gas here is currently $3.38 a gallon and I am so confused why these people still drive their gas hogs. I know trying to sell one of the trucks is near impossible, but it would probably be cheaper for these folks to park their monsters and buy a cheaper more fuel economical vehicle and save money even while having two vehicles and only driving the fuel-efficient one.

My husband and I have come to the conclusion that everyone is waiting for someone else to make the sacrifice because they do not want to give up their trucks. It is discouraging trying what you can to save the planet and having to deal with people with that, "Let someone else do it" attitude.On Clinton, Obama questioned on climate change at religion forum posted 1 year, 7 months ago 7 Responses

First bees, now bats

How sad. I really enjoy bats. When I was living in Austin, TX (GO LONGHORNS!) it was a nightly event watching them zoom out from under an overpass and tourists would make pilgrimages to see them. They are extraordinary creatures.

I'm sure it will be discovered that mankind's destruction of the environment whether by the bats eating pesticide-laden insects, foul water and air, etc. will be the cause of their dying off.On Mass die-off of bats in U.S. Northeast worries and puzzles researchers posted 1 year, 8 months ago 10 Responses

I LOVE THIS!!!

This is the first time I have heard of FFF and WOW how cool is that. It reminds me of my childhood in the 70s when my folks were loose and streaked the campground and stuff like that.

FFF thanks for taking the Hippie revolution, which if you have see the History Channel documentary "Hippies" you will know that they started the back to land, honor your Mother movement in this country and keeping that alive in my generation. Being 35 I say "Right On, Keep it Strong!"On Catching up with our favorite European eco-porn activists posted 1 year, 8 months ago 11 Responses

Organic food proven to be more healthy

A recent peer reviewed study was done by Emory University showing children who are eating a conventionally grown diet have been found to have nerve-gas like pesticides in their urine and when they have been fed an all organic diet, the pesticide disappeared within 36 hours. See the Organic Consumers Association article below and you can also download a copy of the study.

This overwhelmingly proves that conventional agriculture is harmful to not only the environment, but to our littlest citizens.

http://www.organicconsumers.org/articles/article_10066.cf ...
On Umbra on organic vs. natural foods posted 1 year, 8 months ago 10 Responses

Call me crazy

but in every picture there are puddles of water. Either there was a huge amount of rain when these photos were taken, or the ground is so saturated by wetland/river water that building on it would be flat out ridiculous.On Fifteen years after the Great Flood of 1993, floodplain development is booming posted 1 year, 8 months ago 3 Responses

Thanks Pathos!

As an avid hunter, I too am saddened when what I do is misunderstood. I adhere to the Native American philosophy where I thank the animal for it's sacrifice to feed my family through the winter.

Rocky Mountain elk are some of the most glorious, elusive creatures in the world. I feel honored when I am even afforded an opportunity to shoot one. I also live in Montana in an area visited by many people every hunting season. You do get some jerks that have no respect for the land and leave their garbage and beer cans all over and I pick that stuff up whenever I come across it.

So thanks again, Pathos, for showing that we are not all the "enemy." I also like your comment about President Teddy Roosevelt he is one of my conservation heros. On Ban on loaded firearms in national parks may be lifted posted 1 year, 9 months ago 20 Responses

Hook 'em Horns!

Way to go Austin! Not only do you have the best college football team in the nation, you're doing great goin' green! Now we need another national championship and maybe the trophy will be made of green crystal in honor of you accomplishment.On Portfolio magazine lists eco-saint and eco-sinner companies posted 1 year, 9 months ago 6 Responses

Does wiscidea work for Monsanto?

You are the first person I have ever seen to promote GMOs, so if many of the higher ups in the FDA (stands for F**king Dumb Asses) either came for or left FDA to go to Monsanto. I was wondering if Monsanto was hiring people to infiltrate environmental ezines. Sounds like you could be the first!

Read Jeffrey Smith's books "Seeds of Deception" and "Genetic Roulette" and then tell me that GMOs are safe!On While global GMO acreage surges, herbicide-resistent weeds thrive posted 1 year, 9 months ago 29 Responses

Will no longer be buying Burt's Bees

Thank you for the info. I would like to tell Clorox that I will no longer purchase Burt's Bees products. I cannot support an industry that performs tests on animals for ANY reason, especially cosmetics. It's very sad that ethical companies get greedy and sell-out. You can sugar coat it all you want to, but the fact is that the loyalty and dedication that consumers of these natural products were providing was not good enough for them and they wanted more money.On Umbra on green-company buyouts posted 1 year, 9 months ago 13 Responses

Article was not prodding non-preventable obesity

I have to comment. It seems many posters are missing the point of the article.

Obesity is largely a preventable disease. Yes I know some people can eat very little and still gain weight, but that is not what Andrew is talking about.

I know you have seen the person with the piled up plate that is very heavy. They are obviously not expending the calories they are consuming. I was bulimic in high school and struggled with it for many years. The media and societal pressure are who I blame for my poor self image at that time. I no longer binge and purge now because frankly I have matured and realized that I am truly happy how I am and I must exercise and honor my body if I want it to slim down and I realize that may be difficult for some people, but come on! take baby steps. Everyone should be able to walk, unless they physically are unable to do so. Few obese people fall into this category.

I really enjoyed the article Andrew. I hope you realize that obesity is a very touchy subject with some people and those easily offended by being obese are going to see criticism however you try to put it.On The parallels between accepting obesity and ignoring global warming posted 1 year, 10 months ago 71 Responses

Remember Percy Schmeiser

Percy Schmeiser is an organic farmer in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and was sued by Monsanto for planting GM canola on his fields. He did not plant them, the seeds drifted onto his property and actually contaminated his organic crops, but Monsanto sued anyway and WON! That was outrageous Mr. Schmeiser continues his appeals, but the outcome does not look very promising for him. If a company as big and powerful as Monsanto can win in court, not only do our patent laws need to be changed, but our court system as well. The little guys is usually the loser.On Monsanto's latest court triumph cloaks massive market power posted 1 year, 10 months ago 18 Responses

CSPI should change their name

I am so saddened to see CSPI has sunk to this level. I was a reader a long time ago and this was not how they were back in the 90s. They should change their name to something more suitable to their methodology. Maybe, Center for Science in the PROFIT Interest. On In the clash over school lunches, who's watching out for the kids? posted 1 year, 11 months ago 4 Responses

No shortage of hunter in Montana

Oh how I wish I could say there was a decline of hunters in Montana. I live in a rural town and there has NOT been a shortage of them here. Especially the stupid ones.

Don't get me wrong, I hunt myself, however, I unlike the hundreds of hunters in the woods near my home have respect for the land. They always say that there are more good hunters than bad, but I have a hard time believing that now. These idiots leave their garbage lying around, couldn't shoot the broadside of a barn and will wound but not pursue an animal (probably because it would recquire them to get out of their truck and walk) and drive like a bat out of hell on roads not meant to be driven on that fast.

I live in a residential town with children and pets running around, but they don't respect that and drive like they own the land. My husband and I are volunteer firefighters and my husband spent over a hundred hours on the Meriwether Fire that made national news, but these people wouldn't do something like that, they rape the land and take what they want and give nothing back.

If I had my way there would need to be a marksmen's and IQ test before they issue a license in Montana. I shudder to think how things would turn out providing "free" licenses to unexperienced hunters. I'll probably end up with my dog and my windows shot out!On Less hunters mean less funding for conservation, states find posted 2 years ago 11 Responses

Not surprising

I have been involved in the organic and sustainable agriculture movement for over 12 years now and this is not a big surprise. What is a surprise is that so many people don't have the information about factory farming/ranching or have their head so buried in the sand about what they can't do to fix it, that it has become the American mantra.

Currently, I work as a bookkeeper for the only organically certified supermarket in Montana. I vote with my dollar on these issues. People often complain about the expense of organically-certified meat, vegetables, etc., but that is the only way to fight this type of abuse to these animals.

Unfortuately, the USDA has screwed up with the organic certification program as I knew they would once they started it. They are now involved in a class-action lawsuit along with Aurora Dairy because they have allegedly been fraudently using the USDA organic label for factory farmed milk products, which goes against the organic certification policy. Check out The Cornicopia Institute's website at www.cornucopia.org for more details about this important lawsuit. This may be the first step in removing factory farming from agriculture. On A frustrated resident speaks out posted 2 years, 1 month ago 10 Responses

I LOVED South Park's take on PETA

I think PETA is RIDICULOUS! South Park was absolutely right. Pretty soon they will start marrying their animals! Deny it if you will PETA, but our bodies are designed to eat an omnivore diet based on both meat, fruits vegetables and grains. Just looking at the shape of our pointed canine teeth will tell you that. I eat meat grown sustainably and even hunt and eat my own wild meat with all of the respect due to that animal's sacrifice. PETA's one sided stand would label me a "murderer" give me a break! Environmentalists need to be sticking together right now in the face of this openly anti-environmental president we are suffering with, not divided.On Animal-rights group makes the stupid claim that enviros must be vegetarians posted 2 years, 2 months ago 208 Responses

Way to go Arnie!

I can't believe that it takes an actor to finally make it as a politician and do so damned good! When I heard Arnie was going to be governor of California I had the same skepticism as many other people, but he has taught our so called experienced politicians a thing or two about cooperation with other countries and doing what AMERICANS are asking for cheaper fuel and a cleaner environment. The only sticking point for me with Arnie is his support for Dubya. I just wish he was a Green Party member or a Democrat. Then he would be perfect in my eyes. Hey Sly when are you gonna run. Maybe Mayor of Philidelphia or Governor of Pennsylvania! On Terminating His Term posted 2 years, 5 months ago 1 Response

Corporate Cliimate Change

I think this new idea is awesome! I really thank Climate Counts for providing this valuable information to people whether they use it or not. With all of the food security scares finally making it to the public, we are going to see a shift in the public's out look on some of the crap that is going into conventional food choice now a days. I am really hoping that GMOs are going to get really big press now on how dangerous they are and why we need to have them labeled and avoided. The mass experiment must end! I also thank Morgan Spurlock for both his book "Don't Eat This Book" and his wonderfully revealing movie "Super Size Me" This man has been the pioneer and put his own health on the line to point out how unhealthy and down right dangerous fast food is to your health. Thanks again Climate Counts and Grist for spreading the word! On Nike or Adidas? Google or Yahoo? Scorecard helps shoppers pick. posted 2 years, 5 months ago 3 Responses