PinnedMichael SwistarainThe ShadowHow the Dairy Industry Lies to UsEarlier this winter, Andrew Jacobs of The New York Times asked the question “Is Dairy Farming Cruel to Cows?” In attempting to answer this,6 min read·Feb 1, 2021----
Michael SwistarainAge of Awareness6 Ways for Law Students to Get Involved with Animal LawAnimal law can be a niche area — making it somewhat daunting for new law students. Here are 6 ways for you to get involved as a student!6 min read·Jul 28, 2021----
Michael SwistaraHow Animals Are Portrayed in Video GamesFor too long, animals have been poorly portrayed in video games. Recent changes in both the indie & AAA worlds are starting to change…9 min read·May 20, 2021----
Michael SwistaraA Vegan Response to the “No Ethical Consumption Under Capitalism” ArgumentBeing a young person in 2021 comes with a lot of emotional trauma. Looking out at the future, it can be hard to ignore the rising tide of…7 min read·May 7, 2021--1--1
Michael SwistaraThe Human Cost of CarnismCarnism, a term first coined by author and social psychologist Melanie Joy in 2001, refers broadly to humankind’s attitude towards our…6 min read·Feb 2, 2021----
Michael SwistaraWe Can Spend Billionaires’ Money Better Than They CanDuring the first two months of the coronavirus shutdown, between March 18 and May 19, while millions of Americans lost their jobs and…6 min read·Aug 6, 2020----
Michael SwistaraThe Benefits of a Housing First Approach to HomelessnessOn any given night in America, more than half a million people experience homelessness. The coronavirus and our failed national response…5 min read·Jul 26, 2020----
Michael SwistaraDemocracy for the Demos: A Plan to Reform New York City’s Community BoardsThe housing affordability crisis in New York City is so ubiquitous it has almost become a cliché. Rents continue to rise, neighborhoods…29 min read·May 20, 2020--1--1
Michael SwistaraWhy a National Rent Control Plan Could Help Solve the Housing Crisis: A Policy Briefj13 min read·Jan 8, 2020--1--1
Michael SwistaraThe Problem isn’t Cersei or Daenerys, it’s the MonarchyAbsolute power corrupts absolutely, so let’s do away with the Iron Throne entirely4 min read·May 13, 2019----