A new draft of the Farm Bill would shield chemical companies from lawsuits over pesticides. The latest version of the bill released by House Republicans would prevent lawsuits from farmers and consumers harmed by pesticides. And it would take away state control over how and when a pesticide can be used.

Wisconsinites are calling on Senators Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin to protect Minnesota’s boundary waters from toxic mining. Last month, congressional Republicans voted to lift a 20-year ban on mining near the famous pristine and wild landscape. The resolution now heads to the Senate for approval. A Chilean-owned company called Twin Metals is pushing to build a sulfide-ore copper mine in the area.

Right now on the Defender Podcast, hear how the City of Superior stood up against a massive gas-burning power plant – and won.

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