Dogfighting now a felony in all 50 states.

[flvegan]

Today marks the beginning of a new era for dogs, a moment to savor for millions of Americans who cherish the special place these wonderful animals occupy in our lives, and a signpost of progress for all citizens who share aspirations for a more humane America. Wyoming Gov. Dave Freudenthal signed a bill yesterday that made the cruel blood sport of dogfighting a felony crime — the 50th state to enact such a law.

"This is a real reason to celebrate — a landmark moment in the struggle to rid our nation of this hideously cruel activity that destroys so many innocent animals and is so corrosive to the ideals of a decent and civil society," said Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States.

Wyoming's action follows the signing of a similar felony law in Idaho on Feb. 25. These two states were among many states nationwide that are considering legislation this year to increase penalties against dogfighting. Such bills are pending in 23 states.

http://www.hsus.org/press_and_publications/press_releases/dogfighting_now_a_felony_in_all_50_states_030508.html

[yewberry]

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I'm so glad to hear this that it actually made me cry.

I hope, I hope, I hope that is an actual commitment and not just lip service.

[BrklynLiberal]

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It is about time.

[Annces]

3. Good news

And it is no surprise Democrats have bigger hearts than Republicans.

[LostinVA]

4. It's about time

Now we need to step up enforcement on these laws.

[flvegan]

5. We have reached a turning point.

I'm not going to expound on that too much, but the very idea of dogfighting has been escalated. More importantly, the subject dogs have a new status, backed by a sort of animal rights "Case Law".

Thanks, Vick, you dumbfuck. I like using you and making you twist, you bastard.