The response by agribusiness interests has been to back laws that ban animal advocates from taking pictures or videos at these facilities, and ban the media from publishing any that are taken. The laws also make it a crime for animal advocates to seek employment at animal enterprises without disclosing their intentions. Media coverage of the legislative fights is overwhelmingly negative for agriculture interests. The impression left among consumers is that the proponents had something to hide.
Wayne PacelleIf I had my personal view, perhaps that might take hold. In fact, I don't want to see another dog or cat born.
Wayne PacelleEspecially in this Internet age, routine practices are being exposed and rightly recognized as harsh and cruel.
Wayne Pacelle