PETA says stop fishing
PETA apparently wants people to stop fishing for walleye. Governor Pawlenty says "no" while telling said fish to "get in my belly!"
Um, PETA? I'm all against the mistreatment of animals, but dial it back a few notches. These are fish. They are meant to be caught and eaten. They are good for you (except when full of mercury). Telling people to "think of the fish" and stop fishing is not going to win you any supporters.
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How did PETA go from an organization that highlighted horrific practices to lab animals in the cosmetics industry to an anti-fishing group? Eventually, they'll be opposed to all forms of human consumption because every kernel of corn I eat causes a boll weevil (or something) to die.
The main problem is that we are out of fish within 40 years if the fishing industries continue to rape the oceans. Fishing for sports is not a problem.
MINNESOTA FISHERMAN TAKE A CRITICAL LOOK AT PETA
(I-Newswire) - On a local Minnesota fishing website, many fishermen are expressing their outrage at PETA’s aggressive anti-fishing campaign. In response to recent posts on My Fishing Pals' message forum ( www.myfishingpals.com ), anglers from across Minnesota are showing a united front against the efforts of PETA. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and other animal rights groups are aggressively attempting to inhibit all hunting and fishing in Minnesota and other states. These groups are intently focusing their attack on sport fishing, a traditional Minnesota pastime. PETA's message is that recreational anglers cause extreme and needless pain to fish and bait. Their agenda is to heighten the public's awareness to the killing of any fish or animal. In addition, they desire to promote animal rights at the grassroots level, spreading awareness in communities and making sure their message is visible and heard.
To spread their animal rights agenda on a public fishing forum, though, is a slap in the face to all who enjoy hunting and fishing, especially in a state like Minnesota. Known as the “land of 10,000 lakes,” Minnesota offers some of the best hunting and fishing in the nation and these traditions are considered Minnesota’s heritage, recreation, and a vital part of the State’s economy. Regular members of the forum are expressing their rights to hunt and fish and the positive role they play in wildlife management. They are telling PETA to “…go home, we don’t want you here.”
My Fishing Pals ( www.myfishingpals.com ) originated in 2003 as a hobby-fishing site that welcomes Minnesota fishermen to share fishing reports, information, and other items related to fishing. In 2005 a controversial forum was created on the site so that Minnesota fishermen could address fishing and hunting issues. These controversial forums have become an avenue for hunters and fishermen to voice their opinions and concerns and, at times, defend traditional Minnesota values.
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