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  Priya Sawhney · [email protected]
May 14, 2020 at 2:23 PM

Am I Making Vegans Look Bad?

Hi John,  From disrupting Bernie Sanders and Jeff Bezos to rescuing animals from factory farms, I’ve taken many actions that some people would say “make vegans look bad.” This weekend, I am joined by a panel of incredible women, including an activist lawyer and an…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
May 12, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Making Vegans Look Bad | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, The Animal Liberation Online Assembly is the largest ever virtual gathering of animal rights activists. During a time of physical distancing, stay connected and find community! Through a series of events, you can be part of a movement that is bringing people together from around the wor…
  Almira Tanner · [email protected]
May 10, 2020 at 3:18 PM

Mothers speak out against violence towards animals

Hi John,  This Mother’s Day, join us in speaking out against the exploitation of motherhood that is the foundation of the animal agriculture industry. The “products” of this violent industry -- eggs, milk, and babies who will be raised for their flesh -- all come …
  Priya from DxE · [email protected]
May 5, 2020 at 2:28 PM

Three gifts worth giving today on #GivingTuesdayNow 🎁

Hi John,  We’re experiencing an unprecedented global pandemic which has infected nearly four million people all over the world. Researchers and doctors are desperate to find a vaccine for COVID-19. But how do we ensure that pandemics like this one don’t ravage our…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
May 5, 2020 at 2:08 PM

We are quite a talented bunch! | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, The Animal Liberation Online Assembly is the largest ever virtual gathering of animal rights activists. During a time of physical distancing, stay connected and find community! Through a series of events, you can be part of a movement that is bringing people together from around the wor…
  Wayne Hsiung · [email protected]
May 1, 2020 at 2:24 PM

Join me online tomorrow - How Whistleblowers will Shape the Post-COVID Future

Hi John,  A Chinese doctor was punished for warning the world about the coronavirus, then died of the disease himself. A Navy officer wrote to his superiors that his crew members were falling ill, then was fired for insubordination when the letter was leaked to th…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
April 28, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Join Glenn Greenwald at ALOA! | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, The Animal Liberation Online Assembly is the largest ever virtual gathering of animal rights activists. During a time of physical distancing, stay connected and find community! Through a series of events, you can be part of a movement that is bringing people together from around the wor…
  Priya from DxE · [email protected]
April 27, 2020 at 6:14 PM

It’s my birthday, and I wrote a poem for you 🤗

Hi John,  Do you know what the greatest gift I ever received on my birthday was? Animal rescue. That’s right. Four years ago today, DxE investigators rescued Oliver from China’s dog meat trade on my birthday. And for that, I wanted to thank you. Whether it’s savin…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
April 21, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Trigger Events & How to Seize Them | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, Social change is often catalyzed by disruptive, unpredictable events, even horrific ones. Understanding these trigger moments is vital if we are to leverage them. Join us this Thursday, April 23rd, 5:30 PM (PDT) at the training Trigger Events and How to Seize Them, we'll look at histori…
  Maryam Kamali · [email protected]
April 21, 2020 at 3:12 AM

You don’t know me, but I wanted to say thanks

Hi John,  My name is Maryam. I’m a professional dog behaviorist and a volunteer on DxE’s grassroots fundraising team. I wanted to introduce myself and let you know that DxE doesn’t have a big fundraising budget or a fancy, corporate team. DxE’s life-saving work re…
  Priya Sawhney · [email protected]
April 20, 2020 at 2:23 PM

HURRY: I need your help by midnight tonight!

Hi John,  A Smithfield pig slaughterhouse is the number one hotspot for COVID-19 in the United States -- and there is a reason. Companies that abuse animals, abuse workers too, forcing them to work in filthy conditions without protective gear. That’s why we just h…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
April 14, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Calling ALL Activists: Animal Liberation Online Assembly | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, We’re transforming our annual conference into a series of online events - offering training, inspiration, and support to more people from around the world than ever before! The Animal Liberation Online Assembly is kicking off on April 18th, 2020 at 1PM PDT.  The Animal Liberation Online…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
April 7, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Keeping it Together During Quarantine | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, Things have changed drastically and in ways we could not have foreseen in these last few weeks. Many people are stuck at home and beginning to feel anxious, lonely, and even depressed. We are doing online community check-ins and trainings to try to keep people engaged and feeling suppor…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
March 31, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Investigating Future Sites of Pandemics | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, DxE investigators have not only found horrible animal cruelty and suffering on farms, we have also found filth and disease. Animal agriculture is a breeding ground for disease and possibly future pandemics. With the Coronavirus devastating the world, there is no better time than now to …
  Almira Tanner · [email protected]
March 25, 2020 at 4:03 PM

DxE is on the frontlines exposing the next pandemic

Hi John,  COVID-19 isn’t stopping us from taking action. It’s adding fuel to the fire. We know that future pandemics are brewing inside animal exploiting facilities right now. That’s why DxE investigators are going inside, exposing the filth and disease, and deman…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
March 24, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Personal Resilience for You and the Community | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, Personal resilience is our capacity as individuals to deal with life's stresses through flexibility and our ability to "bounce back". This is especially important during times like this. It's not something we're born with, but something we learn and strengthen. In this training we will …
  Kitty Jones · [email protected]
March 19, 2020 at 6:03 PM

We are here for you

Hey John,  Things have changed very drastically and very quickly for us all. I'm reaching out to you to let you know that I care about you. We are a community that looks out for one another. If you or anyone you know in the community needs support during the shelt…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
March 17, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Hang Out with Us...Online! | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, In light of concerns about the spread of Coronavirus we have moved our meetups and other meetings online. There is no better time than now to come together as a community, talk to, and support one another! Join us on our second ever Online Meetup: How Animal Exploitation Causes Pandemic…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
March 10, 2020 at 2:08 PM

The Do's and Don'ts of Interacting with Police | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, Ever wondered what the do's and don'ts are of interacting with police? Ever curious about how to properly speak to the police? Ever wanted to learn the role of a Police Liaison? During demonstrations, the police liaison is the only point of contact between the police and an activist gro…
  Wayne Hsiung · [email protected]
March 8, 2020 at 4:23 PM

Surgery is scary for a pig like Edna

Hi John,  When Edna’s foot infection started eating away at her bone, the doctors said to euthanize her. The infection had resisted treatment with multiple antibiotics, and Edna was in pain and had stopped walking. Her family at Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary reached …
  Kitty Jones · [email protected]
March 4, 2020 at 3:08 PM

Join an activist Circle near you!

Hey John, Thank you so, so much for caring about animals and being part of the movement for their freedom! Each one of us forms an important part of this community and we make the movement strong. That's why I want to invite you to join an activist Circle!  There are several Circles in the Bay A…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
March 3, 2020 at 3:08 PM

The Spreading of Xenophobia...and the Coronavirus | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, The coronavirus is believed to have started in Wuhan, China and has since spread all across the world. Along with it spreads xenophobia that ranges from racial slurs to outright assault towards those who are Asian in public. Our community member Rocky will talk about the coronavirus and…
  Johanna, DxE · [email protected]
February 29, 2020 at 3:08 PM

BIGGEST MOBILIZATION of the year - Register Now!

Hi John,  Our community’s largest and most historic mobilization of the year is happening at the Animal Liberation Conference in Berkeley from May 29th - June 2nd 2020.  We just released our schedule preview, and have begun announcing events and keynote speakers o…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
February 25, 2020 at 3:08 PM

Be Part of Building TheGreenNewCity | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, Housing, climate justice, and animal rights activists are wearing GREEN and marching from the houseless encampment at Golden Gate Fields to Berkeley City Hall to demand #TheGreenNewCity. Join this plant-based food serve and trash pick-up, then rally with us to City Hall as we demand hou…
  Andrew Sharo, DxE · [email protected]
February 19, 2020 at 7:41 PM

Here's what life with chickens is like!

Hi John,  My name is Andrew and I'm a member of DxE's animal care team. We just made a video showing people what it's like to live with chickens (hint: it's adorable), and spreading awareness about what "micro-sanctuaries" are. Would you please share the video? We…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
February 17, 2020 at 3:08 PM

How YOU Can Go to the Frontlines | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, Frontline Surveillance is low-risk investigations that take place from public property. Small teams taking minimal risks can have a big impact to expose cruelty. Ana Mehl is speaking about the accomplishments of our frontline surveillance activists. She will be sharing a few stories fro…
  Almira Tanner · [email protected]
February 16, 2020 at 9:27 PM

John, DxE’s newly elected leadership team would love to meet you

Hey John, Did you know that Direct Action Everywhere is one of the only grassroots animal rights groups to have elections? Earlier today, we hosted our third-ever elections, where organizers voted in the new leadership team for 2020-2022, including the lead organizer (that's me!), four other memb…
  Almira Tanner · [email protected]
February 10, 2020 at 4:38 PM

A Social Movement Legend is Coming to ALC!

Hi John,  The Animal Liberation Conference is a hub for leaders like you to learn about movement strategy and get inspired to take your community to the next level. This year, we’re excited to announce that Paul Engler, co-author of This is an Uprising, will be gi…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
February 10, 2020 at 3:09 PM

Learn how to change the world! | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, Right now the most vulnerable individuals are being exploited on a massive scale and it will only get worse if we don’t take action now. But can we as average citizens really make a difference to help them? The answer is YES. In Direct Action Everywhere’s workshop, you will learn the hi…
  Priya Sawhney · [email protected]
February 9, 2020 at 12:28 AM

We just TOOK OVER Ben and Jerry’s -- now it’s up to Bernie

Hi John,  Ben and Jerry’s is chaining baby cows outside in below-freezing temperatures. DxE investigated a dozen Ben and Jerry’s farms in Vermont and found shivering babies with no food or water and piles of dead mother cows and their calves. Now, we’re protesting…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
February 3, 2020 at 3:08 PM

Want to shut down the dairy industry? | DxE SF Bay

Hey John, We need YOU to take action against the dairy industry! The dairy industry is inherently violent. Cows used in order to produce and sell dairy products are held captive and exploited their entire lives. Their cries are silenced, their babies are stolen, and their lives are destroyed. But…
  Cheyenne Tsai · [email protected]
January 27, 2020 at 6:08 PM

DxE SF Bay | Vegan Pop-Up!

Hey John, This Saturday is our monthly Vegan Pop-Up where tons of Bay Area local vendors come together to provide excellent vegan food and community! Join us this February 1st from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Vendors include but not limited to: Cali-Rican Vegans, Love Meets Tea (Boba drinks), Vegan Alien, …
  Matt Johnson, DxE · [email protected]
January 25, 2020 at 3:24 PM

We just dealt a major blow to Iowa’s “ag-gag” law

Hi John,  Inside the pig farm owned by Iowa State Senator Ken Rozenboom, I found a pig convulsing and gasping for air. She died right in front of me.  This is what Iowa’s ag-gag law is trying to keep hidden. And the senator who owns this farm is the one who pushed…
  Marbrisa Flores · [email protected]
January 21, 2020 at 8:33 PM

DxE SF Bay | Meetup: Stories from the Community

Hey John, Everyone we meet has their own unqiue and incredible story and experience. While we are all united for animal liberation, we all have our own backgrounds and stories to share! Join us this Saturday, Janaury 25th at 11am for the Meetup: Stories from the Community to give a space for peop…
  Wayne Hsiung · [email protected]
January 17, 2020 at 4:18 PM

What do you do when your animal friend is seriously ill?

Hi John,  My friend Edna is in the hospital. She is the first pig DxE ever rescued, back in 2016, from a Farmer John’s factory farm owned by Smithfield. I carried her out in my arms and watched her learn to run outside. Today, Edna can barely walk because of a pai…
  Marbrisa Flores · [email protected]
January 14, 2020 at 8:53 PM

DxE SF Bay | Meetup at the Women's March

Hey John, This Saturday, January 18th, is the Women's March in San Francisco! Many DxE activists will be there participating and doing outreach for animal liberation as well. In honor of the march and so that more people can attend it, WE ARE NOT HOSTING THE MEETUP AT ARC THIS SATURDAY. Instead j…
  Marbrisa Flores · [email protected]
January 6, 2020 at 3:08 PM

DxE SF Bay | Meetup: Personal Resilience

Hey John, Each one of us has a role and impact on those around us so having a healthy community includes caring for ourselves because we ARE the community! So please join us this Saturday, January 11th at the Meetup: Personal Resilience for You and the Community where Kitty Jones will be speaking…
  Wayne Hsiung · [email protected]
January 2, 2020 at 4:28 PM

Costco just sued us and we need your help

Hi John,  We just got served with a federal lawsuit from Costco for exposing animal cruelty at the company’s “humane” farms and speaking out at their stores. Costco is taking the same path as Whole Foods and even hired the same exact lawyers to sue DxE. The indust…
  Direct Action Everywhere · [email protected]
January 1, 2020 at 2:53 PM

Animal Liberation Conference prices increase at midnight tonight!

Hi John,  Just like that, we’re off to a new year - 2020 is here!  If you’re wondering how it got here so quickly, you’ll probably be wondering the same thing when the Animal Liberation Conference arrives in the blink of an eye.  Click here to register before pric…
  Priya Sawhney · [email protected]
December 31, 2019 at 3:48 PM

DxE vs. Big Ag: The Movie

Hi John  Around the world, hundreds of people are walking inside of farms and slaughterhouses to confront the industry head-on, and in 2019, the tension peaked. Nonviolent activists were pushed and beaten during factory farm occupations. Dozens were arrested on fe…
  Marbrisa Flores · [email protected]
December 30, 2019 at 3:08 PM

DxE SF Bay | Meetup: Haters Gonna Hate, but Protests Work

Hey John, Let's start the New Year strong and prepare to make epic change in 2020! Join us for our first Meetup of 2020: Haters Gonna Hate, but Protests Work on Saturday Janaury 4th at 11am where Dean Wyrzykowski will be speaking about the power of protest and how and why protesting works! As alw…
  Marbrisa Flores · [email protected]
December 24, 2019 at 3:08 PM

DxE SF Bay | Meetup: Stories from the Community + Special Surprise

Hey John, Happy Holidays! Thank you for all you have done this year and I can't wait for what the new year holds. Join us this Saturday, December 28th for Meetup: Stories from the Community + Special Surprise, our very last meetup of 2019! We will be hearing from two amazing activists, Kecia Dool…
  Vegan Evan · [email protected]
December 20, 2019 at 3:23 PM

The Million Dollar Vegan Challenge

Hi John, My name is Vegan Evan and I'm on a mission to get President Trump to go vegan for January. A donor is offering to give one million dollars to veterans if President Trump accepts my challenge.  With the influence he has, he could do so much good for animal…
  Wayne Hsiung · [email protected]
December 19, 2019 at 8:19 PM

Whole Foods is escalating the battle against us

Hi John  I've been investigating animal cruelty at Whole Foods farms since 2014. At first, the company's response was to dismiss us completely -- even when we shared our findings in the New York Times and Washington Post, and brought our questions to their stores,…
  Marbrisa Flores · [email protected]
December 16, 2019 at 3:09 PM

DxE SF Bay | Meetup: 2019 Achievements + 2020 Goals

Hey John, We have achieved so much this year! Thank you for being a part of this amazing community making change in the world. This Saturday, December 21st join us at the Meetup: 2019 Achievements + 2020 Goals to hear about the amazing things we've achieved together and what our plans and goals a…
  Priya Sawhney · [email protected]
December 11, 2019 at 7:58 PM

A major victory for the #RightToRescue!

Hi John  The Berkeley City Council meeting was packed last night with nearly 100 DxE activists as the Council voted on a resolution to support whistleblowers and animal rescuers who are facing criminal charges in Sonoma County. The outpouring of support -- includi…
  Wayne Hsiung · [email protected]
December 10, 2019 at 3:48 PM

This could be the next fur ban -- but we need your help

Hi John  Tonight, the Berkeley City Council is voting on a resolution in support of non-violent activists and protection for animals. It’s a powerful statement condemning the prosecutions that I and other activists are facing in Sonoma County for simply documentin…
  Marbrisa Flores · [email protected]
December 9, 2019 at 3:09 PM

DxE SF Bay | Support the Right to Rescue Resolution at Berkeley City Council!

Hey John, The Berkeley Peace and Justice Commission passed a resolution to support the six activists facing felony charges in Sonoma County. On Tuesday, December 10th the resolution will go before the Berkeley City Council so we need YOU there to Support the Right To Rescue. We want to show City …
  Wayne Hsiung · [email protected]
December 6, 2019 at 5:06 PM

The most important conversation of my life

Hi John  When I first saw dogs being killed and eaten, 30 years ago in my family’s ancestral homeland in China, it shook me to my core. The things I’ve seen since have often left me feeling broken and lost. Everywhere I look, animals are being hurt. Could this wor…
  Priya Sawhney · [email protected]
December 5, 2019 at 6:58 PM

The biggest magazine in tech is taking a stand for animal rights

Hi John  Today, the plight of animals is on the front page of the most important magazine in tech -- WIRED -- with a following of millions. And while our use of virtual reality is the hook, the ultimate message of the article is a moral one: “When the average live…