Terrorism Legislation

ABC National Interview with Will Potter About What Australian Factory Farms are Trying to Hide

I spoke with the Law Report on Australia’s ABC National about why ag-gag laws are beginning to appear in Australia, and why animal agriculture industries are trying to criminalize undercover investigators.

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The Guardian on #AgGag: “The battle for animal welfare is a battle over information”

“The battle for animal welfare is a battle over information.”

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I’m Off to Australia for a Month-Long Tour Against #AgGag Laws

This is an incredible opportunity to stop these dangerous laws from spreading.

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URGENT: Kentucky #AgGag Law Meant to Keep You From Seeing Shocking “Piglet Smoothie” Investigation

Kentucky is the latest state to consider “ag-gag” legislation, which would make it illegal to photograph animal cruelty on farms and slaughterhouses. The was introduced just weeks after a Kentucky pig factory investigation.

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BREAKING: We’re Suing Idaho to Overturn #AgGag Law Against Filming Animal Cruelty

A diverse coalition of organizations and journalist Will Potter have filed a lawsuit to strike down Idaho’s new “ag-gag” law as unconstitutional.

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Announcing the 2014 Australia Speaking Tour Against #AgGag Laws

Australian corporations are trying to silence animal advocates with U.S.-style “ag-gag” laws. Will Potter will be the international keynote speaker for the 2014 Voiceless Animal Law Lecture Series about this dangerous trend.

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Al Jazeera Discusses Ag-Gag Laws and the Corporate War on “Eco-Terrorism”

Will Potter looks at “ag-gag” laws and how corporations are trying to silence dissent.

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BREAKING: Idaho Governor Signs Ag-Gag Law Making It Illegal to Expose Animal Cruelty

Idaho cracks down on whistleblowers rather than those who are abusing animals.

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Spain’s New Terrorism Law Targets Banner Drops, Facebook, and Protest

Spain’s newly approved “Public Safety Act” may include provisions about drugs and sporting events, but make no mistake: this law is not about protecting the public, it is about criminalizing protest, and restricting your right to speak out.

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URGENT: Idaho “Ag-Gag” Law Would Make It Illegal to Photograph Factory Farm Cruelty

Idaho’s dairy industry is trying to rush through a new law making it illegal to expose animal welfare violations, like this recent investigation by Mercy For Animals.

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