#endangering life

[indizombie]

Addressing the non-Black public: We must not only be aware of our privileges, but also be aware of the power they wield. We must recognize the consequences of using that privilege in seemingly harmless ways — such as calling the police on a Black person without true, valid reasoning. By doing so, you are endangering their life. This is a time where everybody is going through a lot of turmoil, so it is important to show solidarity. Community outreach is critical here. First, do your research about the history of discrimination in the United States and understand the context of modern day prejudice.

‘George Floyd's death must spur us to change’, Daily Targum

[animalworld]

It's Time to Ban Atrazine Now

An analysis from the Environmental Protection Agency paints a grim picture for wildlife in the United States. The country's second-most commonly used pesticide, atrazine, is likely harming most species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles.

A new analysis from the Environmental Protection Agency paints a grim picture for wildlife in the United States. The country's second-most commonly used pesticide, atrazine, is likely harming most species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles, especially in the Midwest where its use is highest.

Sadly the findings aren't all that shocking — we've known about this for decades. The European Union banned atrazine a dozen years ago for exactly this reason.

Around 70 million pounds of atrazine are used every year in the United States on crops, lawns, schools, playgrounds and athletic fields. And it's not just harming wildlife — atrazine exposure has been linked to birth defects and cancer in humans.

[worldclassembarrassments]

Just another week with @TOMayorFord | #TOpoli #TTC

Also @TOMayorFord - can you possibly go a week without making us all feel embarrassed that you're our Mayor? Pretty please? #TOPoli#TOpoli data-datetime="2012-06-29T11:14:39+00:00">June 29, 2012