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Sunday, April 18, 2010

Quote of the Day and PA legislative pet news

Does Gov. Rendell have puppy protests on his mind? Or is he thinking there might be a big crowd in his neighborhood tonight? 

The same day animal activists are expected gather near Rendell's Philadelphia house to urge him to support solid flooring, the governor used America's high level of interest in animals to lambast the Tea Party political movement.

Rendell, speaking on NBC's Meet the Press this morning, said the media are giving "the Tea Party too much credit."

"If I organized a rally for a stronger law to protect puppies, I'd get 100,000 people at that rally," he said. "So I think the media has blown [the Tea Party] out of proportion."

And more animal activism this week in the Capitol. On Monday the Humane Society of the United States and its members will make the rounds to urge lawmakers to support animal-friendly legislation. They also will be recognizing Rep. Thomas Caltagirone (D., Berks) with their Humane Legislator Award. Caltagirone is chairman of the House Judiciary Committee and sponsor of the 2009 animal cruelty legislation that bars anyone but a licensed veterinarian from performing surgical procedures such as debarking and surgical births.

It should be noted that bills banning pigeon shoots and 24/7 dog chaining  - which will be among those the group will lobby for on Monday - remain stalled in Caltagirone's committee. 

The award ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. in Hearing Room 1,
Keystone Building, 400 North St. in Harrisburg.
 

 


 
Posted by Amy Worden @ 2:59 PM  Permalink | 2 comments
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  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 8:42 AM, 04/19/2010
    Actually, the media have blown Fast Eddie out of proportion.
    — George Tomezsko
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 8:18 AM, 04/25/2010
    Sounds like Ed and the Democrats have nothing to worry about. If the Tea Pary activities have been given too much credit, there is no reason for concern. In that case, I have to wonder why Ed would comment at all. He doth protest too much.
    — MightyMoc


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About Amy Worden
Amy Worden is a politics and government reporter for the Inquirer. In that capacity she has explored a range of animal issues from dog kennel law improvements and horse slaughter to the comeback of peregrine falcons and pigeon hunts. From hamsters to horses, animals have always been part of her life. To pass along a tip or contact Amy, click here.
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