GMO labeling bill keeps consumers in the DARK
Senator Pat Roberts introduced H.R. 1599, a bill to stop efforts to label genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The bill has a hearing in the U.S. Senate Ag Committee on March 1.
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DRA chapter releases foodshed study
On Feb. 19, the Greater Oahe Action League (GOAL), a local chapter of Dakota Rural Action, released the results of an eight-month-long study of the region’s foodshed to determine how to better connect local farmers with consumers. Foodshed report The report, … Continued
Northern Lights featured by DRC in Fargo
Dakota Resource Council showed recently the award-winning film, Northern Lights, at the Fargo Theater. More than 400 people came out to see the film. Northern Lights details the organizing that went on at the turn of the century in North … Continued
Reducing Natural Gas Waste – BLM’s Draft Rule & How You Can Help
WORC is hosting a webinar with The Wilderness Society on a Bureau of Land Management proposal to reduce methane flaring, venting, and leaks from oil and gas development. Register today for the Feb. 25 webinar. WORC regional organizer Scott Skokos … Continued
Voter registration drive by Western Native Voice succeeds
Western Native Voice staff toured six tribal colleges across Montana in an effort to register new voters, recruit new members, and listen to young people about the issues that matter to them. All in all, Western Native Voice field manager … Continued
Member takes presidential candidates to task at town hall
Members across the WORC-network want to know how the next president will help rural communities transition to a better, more diversified economy, especially in coal-dependent areas. That was the question Northern Plains chair Kate French took to the presidential candidates at a town hall … Continued
ORA opens doors and hearts
Oregon Rural Action members started Valentine’s Day celebrations early on Friday, Feb. 12. Members gathered at the organization’s La Grande headquarters for the “Love Your ORA” open house. The open house drew three dozen members to hear the latest on ORA’s campaigns and projects … Continued
WORC Leader, Staff featured in Protect Our Winters Video
A group of snowsports enthusiasts recently launched a video featuring members of the WORC network.
How do your Members of Congress add up?
WORC 2015 Congressional Scorecard Each year WORC produces a scorecard of the Members of Congress representing states within the WORC network: South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Oregon and Idaho. Scores are based on votes cast on issues important to members. Overview … Continued
Call on Congress to reject the TPP
Last week, trade ministers gathered in New Zealand to sign the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). This week, people across the nation are calling on Congress to reject the trade deal as part of a National Call-in Day to Against the TPP. Join thousands … Continued