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California Voters Pass Prop 12, Making History For Farmed Animals

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Channel: mercyforanimals · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism

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California voters struck an amazing victory for farmed animals this Election Day, overwhelmingly passing Prop 12, a ballot measure that outlaws the most extreme forms of animal confinement throughout the Golden State. Once it’s implemented, egg-laying hens, baby calves raised for veal, and mother pigs will no longer be confined in cages. Additionally, all eggs, veal, and pork sold in the state will meet this standard.

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Democrats; Republicans; vegans; omnivores; and people of all ages, genders, and races banded together to pass the historic measure, sending a clear message: California voters believe animal cruelty is wrong.

This historic victory—and the ones that came before it—would not have happened without the tireless efforts of MFA’s supporters and staff. Thank you. We were proud to play an important role in the enormous coalition. Here are our amazing collective achievements:
Mobilized more than 1,600 volunteers who were essential in gathering 660,000 signatures

Made 14,000 phone calls

Sent 1.375 million text messages to voters

Signed up over 200 people for get-out-the-vote activities on or before Election Day

MFA is so grateful to the thousands of grassroots volunteers in California and supporters all over the nation who devoted their time, passion, and energy to winning this landmark campaign. Together we reached millions of people with a message of compassion for farmed animals and brought thousands more into the dynamic world of animal advocacy. Don’t be surprised when the coalitions—and friendships—we have forged along the way lead to even bigger victories for animals down the road.

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