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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom  If you click through to see who is actually behind this link - it's another huge propagandist group who is using alarmist tactics to sell its opposition.
And, what is wrong with being "an animal rightist"? I hope we're not going to get into labeling folks as this or that. Because no matter which side you land in supporting this bill, aren't we ALL interested in the rights of our animals? I'm really tired of that being a "dirty word" when it comes to animal welfare. |
I am sorry if I used the term in an offensive way but I am at a lost to find a different word to describe those persons who support msn. I am sure that not all persons who believe animals have "rights" support it so I probably over-generalized and I apologize for that.
So much comes down to differing beliefs concerning the legal status of animals. From my viewpoint, dogs are not humans. They do not understand the concept of rights. They are creatures that rely on us for their care. This is a legal issue for me, not one of compassion or emotion. I own my dogs, and because of that, I get to make decisions concerning their care and well-being. I understand fully that some people abuse this privilege, and I support the use of anti-cruelty laws to avoid that. Those that I have admittedly stereotyped as "animal rightists" are more than entitled to have their own opinions on these issues, I don't find an evil intent behind it or anything, I just disagree.