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Protecting Our Future Fathers

The ability to create a child is one cherished by parents, and we must ensure that young boys have the opportunity to have a child in the future if they so choose. The health and safety of young boys, our future fathers, is a paramount concern for all families.

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Green Clothes on the Red Carpet: Will the trend take off?

The Oscars have come and gone. The awards have been given and the losers are coming to terms with their fate.  (And as a side note, I’m excited to announce that I accurately predicted all of the Oscars this year…) But who cares about the awards! We watch the show for the fashion, and the […]

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Toxic Couture?

By Lindsay Dahl, Deputy Director Don’t we all like to feel fashionable from time to time? This week thousands have gathered in New York City for Fashion Week, and what a better time to talk about the price we often pay for our fashionable clothes. <<Big groans>> Debbie Downer is at it again! – Don’t […]

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