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I don't usually quote-post just to agree with someone, but I can't say it better myself. ITAmandieg4 said:I'm ok with it too. I'd rather see a horse slaughtered than starved and abused.
I don't usually quote-post just to agree with someone, but I can't say it better myself. ITAmandieg4 said:I'm ok with it too. I'd rather see a horse slaughtered than starved and abused.
Really? Do you have evidence of this? It seems like a shockingly bad idea for a campaign promise, and I don't remember anything about it 4 years ago. (ETA: Oops, I read this wrong. I thought it said he promised to ban the ban, if that makes sense )President Obama made a campaign promise to permanently ban horse slaughter
He makes a habit of breaking promises.me&thegals said:Really? Do you have evidence of this? It seems like a shockingly bad idea for a campaign promise, and I don't remember anything about it 4 years ago. (ETA: Oops, I read this wrong. I thought it said he promised to ban the ban, if that makes sense )President Obama made a campaign promise to permanently ban horse slaughter
I don't think one animal is horrifyingly bad to eat over another, assuming the basics of cleanliness, health and decency. Can't imagine there being much of a market for horse meat, though.
Now all that aside, let me say that I agree with the lifting of this ban.During the 2008 campaign you said, "Federal policy towards animals should respect the dignity of animals and their rightful place as cohabitants of our environment. We should strive to protect animals and their habitats and prevent animal cruelty, exploitation and neglect.... I have consistently been a champion of animal-friendly legislation and policy and would continue to be so once elected." You announced that you had co-sponsored legislation to stop the sale for slaughter of wild free-roaming horses and burros. During the 2008 campaign you signed on as co-sponsor to the bill to ban horse slaughter for human consumption. When asked specifically during the campaign, "Will you support legislation ...to institute a permanent ban on horse slaughter and exports of horses for human consumption", you gave an unqualified "Yes". (HSLF questionnaire)