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The White House finally acknowledged that dairy-free eaters deserve a seat at the table by establishing the day we demanded. This victory proves the administration had no valid excuse for ignoring us this long. Now we make sure they actually honor it properly every year.

August 23, 2011

Designate National Dairy-Free Ice Cream Day

Designate National Dairy-Free Ice Cream Day

🏆 Won — 1,063 supporters Verified

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Started by Anonymous 17 years, 1 month ago
In 1984 President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month, and the third Sunday of said month as National Ice Cream Day. In the proclamation, he called for the people of the United States to observe these occasions with "appropriate ceremonies and activities." Unfortunately, President Reagan failed to recognize over 50 million Americans who cannot consume ice cream due to its dairy content, such as those with lactose intolerance, food allergies, dietary restrictions, or other health concerns. I respectfully request President Obama to act now and designate the fourth Sunday in July National Dairy-Free Ice Cream Day.

Updates

Reached 1,000 supporters

July 22, 2011

July 21, 2011

President Obama is ignoring the millions of us who are left out of these outdated dairy holidays. We need to hit one thousand signatures right now to prove that our dietary needs cannot be brushed aside any longer.

Reached 100 supporters

July 29, 2009

6 Comments

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Victoria Salter
5 years ago Featured

I’m actually in the UK, but I so support this cause! Anything promoting veganism and dairy-free alternatives to milk is excellent and I support it. I’m now a vegan...

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Emily West
17 years ago Featured

so many yummy vegan brands out there these days it would be cool to have a day to celebrate them

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Mike Webb
17 years ago Featured

dairy free options are way better now anyway. about time we got a sunday for it.

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Tom Richards
17 years ago Featured

why not? seems fair since so many people cant eat the real stuff without feeling sick.

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Jessica Duncan
17 years ago Featured

YES PLEASE. being lactose intolerant my whole life has been a struggle and we deserve some recognition lol

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Sarah Carter
17 years ago Featured

my stomach hurts just thinking about regular ice cream so this is a great idea. love almond milk ice cream!