An Open Letter to the Goldman Prize Staff: Honor Those Advocating for a Plant-Based Diet

Dear Goldman Prize Staff,

I've been an admirer and follower of the Goldman Prize for decades.  However, I don't think you've ever awarded the Goldman Prize to activists getting out the word about the importance of moving towards a plant-based diet.  

Could you consider them this year?  

Certainly the twelve-year-old vegan who has challenged the Pope to a plant-based diet during the 40 days of lent would qualify.  Even though her cause was first animal welfare, she states the environmental reasons for not eating meat and dairy.  

Pope Francis challenged to go vegan for Lent

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If the religious affiliation of the Pope (I hear he's Catholic!) makes this inappropriate, I feel sure you can find another worthy advocate for a plant-based diet.

This aspect of our effect on the environment really should be acknowledged by a prize as prestigious as yours.

Sincerely,

Tina Martin