I got in a discussion with one who said I shouldn’t support PETA because they believe that all domesticated animals, including pets, should be released into the wild. When I asked where PETA had stated such a thing, he said “they never did, but people claiming to be acting on behalf of PETA have kidnapped and released pets.” I asked him, given why this was illegal, 1) why those responsible would so readily rat out their organization, and 2) why PETA, which has many enemies among capital who would benefit greatly from crushing it, has never been hit with RICO charges over this.

His response? “Well, PETA’s never denied it!”

  • ButtBidet [he/him]@hexbear.netMEnglish
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    9 days ago

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yR9BwiukoII

    Also, like, what happens to the male chicks? Are they allowed to live to old age?

    Edit: to answer your question, PETA is fine. They’re an NGO. Ya, they don’t threaten capitalism, but unlike nearly every NGO they don’t work to strengthen it. I’ve done activism with them and they’re VERY generous with offering help and funding, which isn’t the case with other non-profits. They legitimately care about animals, less so their careers. A small percentage of their bagillion campaigns are considered cringy, but at least they do shit to make animal abusers feel uncomfortable.

    Non vegans feel sad that they’re being told to stop hurting sentient beings, so they repeat right-wing talking points.