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I worked in states that now have ag-gag laws like Iowa before the laws were passed. This is a blatant attempt to silence out right to free speech. These factory farms have everything to hide because people would not support them by buying their products if they knew what was happening. The fact that they will go to these lengths to try to keep their actions hidden shows the cruelty of what they do is something to be ashamed of.

I have become very sensitive to violence. I can't watch violent movies anymore, I don't like to see it. I embrace Ghandi and Dr. MLK. I believe in non-violent revolution and peace. I also deal with PTSD and some painful physical problems.

There were many times that I feared being found out. I was questioned several times and even searched while wearing my undercover equipment. But in the end I made it through without ever being found out.

The best ways for people to be involved are volunteering locally, sharing social media and, supporting organizations like Mercy For Animals, Compassion Over Killing, and others who do undercover work.

I think it is a long road and an uphill battle, but I think we are making TONS of progress. When i switched to a plant based diet ten years ago in the southern U.S. there were not plant based food options that I could find anywhere in the grocery store. Now, just ten years later, that same supermarket has an entire organic section with a whole variety of plant based foods. I think we are absolutely right to have hope.