In less that a week Ohio voters will cast their ballots on Issue 2 (not to be confused with California’s Proposition 2), which would create a statewide body to prescribe standards for animal care and well-being with the following makeup:
This represents a proactive step towards keeping decisions about livestock well-being in the hands of people who know best, as opposed to animal rights activists looking to abolish animal agriculture.
The proposition is supported by the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association and Ohio Farm Bureau – along with many other groups – and strongly opposed by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS).
You can get involved even if you don’t live in Ohio. Spread the word to your friends and family regardless of where they live and encourage them to do the same. If you’re like me you may be surprised how many people you know in Ohio and who else has strong ties there. Besides the people I already knew were Buckeyes, I found quite a few old classmates and colleges who had relocated to the state. Sending out an email or donating your Facebook status for a couple days are both easy, effective ways to help make a difference for agriculture!
Voting takes place next Tuesday, November 3. So now is the time to help Ohio in the final push for Issue 2.
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