No one can talk to a horse, of course, unless that horse is Mr. Ed

While we usually avoid highlighting legislative accomplishments in favor of personal outreach activities, Congressman Ed Whitfield (R-KY) still gets a spotlight from us for receiving the Humane Society of the United State's first ever "Humane Horseman of the Year" Award.

The award, given to Congressman Whitfield for his legislative efforts to end horse slaughter, is designed to "recognize a horseman or woman who has shown an outstanding commitment to improving the welfare of America’s horses."

While plenty of politicians adopt a cowboy persona to appeal to voters, Congressman and horseman Whitfield actually walks the talk, taking action to protect the vulnerable animals so central to his state's culture, and saying "neigh!" to animal cruelty.

(sorry, couldn't resist)