Congressional Record


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The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)




102 Monitor


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Separated Bikeways


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California Moderne and the Mid-Century Dream


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A dazzling presentation of the mid-century modern California style, offering a fresh perspective on the work of this influential yet widely unknown figure.




An Old American Custom


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Animal Welfare and Protection


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As the dominant creatures on the planet, humans are nonetheless highly reliant on animals for many things. The extent of humans¿ use of animals in food, research, clothing, entertainment, sport and companionship is immeasurable. This book features a range of information about the wellbeing and protection of animals, much of which is produced by animal welfare advocacy groups. The book contains three chapters: Animal Welfare and Rights; Animal Use in Research and Testing; and Animal Use and Exploitation. Featured issues include human attitudes and opinions about animals, animal-based scientific and medical experimentation, animals in product testing, factory farming, treatment of pets, the use of animals in sport and entertainment, and the beliefs and practices of vegans and vegetarians. Do we treat animals humanely enough?Chapter 1: Animal Welfare and RightsChapter 2: Animals in Research and TestingChapter 3: Animal Use and ExploitationGlossary; Fast facts; Web links; Index