Does President-Elect Obama Bring Hope for Animals? November 5, 2008
Posted by Ryan at November 5, 2008 2:19 PM | Permalink | Comments ( 8 ) | TrackBack
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As anybody who lives on Earth knows by now, Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois was chosen as the next President of the United States last night. Many of you have been asking us at peta2 what our thoughts are on the election, so here's your answer!
President-Elect Barack Obama has said "I think how we treat our animals reflects how we treat each other. And it's very important that we have a president who is mindful of the cruelty that is perpetrated on animals." Because PETA is devoted to fighting animal abuse and recognizes the link between cruelty to animals and violence directed against human beings, the organization is very encouraged by this statement.
PETA is also pleased that Obama and his wife Michelle have announced that they will adopt a rescued dog for their daughters instead of patronizing a pet store or breeder. PETA opposes large-scale breeding facilities, known as "puppy mills," as well as private breeders who bring puppies and kittens into the world while nearly 4 millions cats and dogs must be euthanized at the nation's overcrowded animal shelters every year. PETA supports animal shelters and encourages all prospective companion animal guardians to visit their local animal shelter.
PETA was also encouraged to see that, unlike other Democratic and Republican presidential candidates in the past, Obama did not pander to the National Rifle Association and other pro-hunting organizations by heading into the woods and shooting defenseless animals.
PETA looks forward to working with President-Elect Obama and the new administration to help make change happen for the millions of animals who suffer unnecessarily in this country. What's next? If his stance on other animal issues is any indication, perhaps the next president will put a tofu chicken in every pot.
- Ryan!
Debate 2008: The Road to the Greenhouse! January 11, 2008
Posted by Lara Sanders at January 11, 2008 4:38 PM | Permalink | Comments ( 1 ) | TrackBackCan't seem to get into watching the debates? I feel you. I would rather poke myself in the eye.
I wasn't always this jaded about politics though. Once upon a time, I was in college at American University studying politics like my life depended on it. I couldn't get enough. I would stay up into the wee hours discussing whether Nader ruined Gore's chances, or if the election was rigged (on numerous occasions).
Then something happened. I lost my faith in the political process. It was kinda like Mr. Smith Goes to Washington without the happy ending.
Years later, and just when I thought it was hopeless that I would ever get back into politics; PETA comes up with a brilliant video called Debate 2008: Road to the Greenhouse.
Now this is a debate I can get into! It combines two of my greatest loves in life: puppets and veggies. This debate might not get on CSPAN, but it definitely made it to onto my MySpace page!
With characters like Broccoli Obama, Celery Clinton, and Fruity Giuliani debating over whether meat causes impotence—how couldn't I get back into the game?
You won't be able to resist either. Check it out for yourself.
Find more PETA videos at PETATV.com
xoxo- Lara
