Archive: Apr 2009 (page3)

Two More (Freedom-Killing) Anti-Obesity Bills for New Yorkers

Many media professionals know that the end of the workweek is the best time to announce news that you don’t  want widely publicized. So it seems hardly coincidental that New…
PostedApril 6, 2009 at12:00 am

‘Responsible Lenders’ Fail at Basic Math

The Center for “Responsible” Lending have a new study that proves only one thing: in pursuit of their anti-credit crusade, CRL won’t hesitate to manipulate data or accuse their competitors…
PostedApril 3, 2009 at12:00 am

WARNING: Phony Anti-Meat Doctors Getting Desperate For Publicity

This morning, a Washington Post blogger gave fear-mongering vegans at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) some long-overdue advice: “Lighten up!” Taking a page from their close…
PostedApril 3, 2009 at12:00 am

Note To HSUS: Fire Your Fact-Checker

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) isn’t exactly known for its meticulous research skills. But if Wayne Pacelle is looking to trim down his staff, we have…
PostedApril 2, 2009 at12:00 am

Marion Nestle to Become Biggest New York McDonald’s Franchisee

Food and lifestyle critic Marion Nestle announced* this morning that she plans to invest in twelve Manhattan McDonald’s restaurants upon her retirement next month from New York University. The move…
PostedApril 1, 2009 at12:00 am

Gov. Paterson Nominates Health Chief for New Cabinet Post

In a highly anticipated press conference this morning, New York Governor David Paterson announced* he will nominate New York City Health Commissioner Thomas Frieden as Assistant Chief of Party Pooping.
PostedApril 1, 2009 at12:00 am

U.S. ‘Humane Society’ To Begin Operating Pet Shelters by 2015

In a surprise announcement today, vegan activist Wayne Pacelle* announced that the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), his organization, will finally start operating hands-on pet shelters by 2015.
PostedApril 1, 2009 at12:00 am

PETA Endorses Seal Hunt, Cites Need To Stop Atlantic Cod ‘Holocaust’

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) staged a rally this morning* in Quebec’s Iles de la Madeleine to unveil a new campaign to protect Atlantic cod from one…
PostedApril 1, 2009 at12:00 am