PETA proposes robotic groundhog for Pa. festivalYeah, PETA is standing up for the groundhog, claiming the crowds and noise and lights are indecent so the little rodent should be replaced with a robot.
Seriously? A robot. Wow. Like in Caddyshack I suppose (wait, sources tell me that's a gopher, nevermind).
I kinda love William Deeley's response. Mr. Deeley, by the way, is the president of the Inner Circle of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club. Isn't that the best title ever to put on your resume? Also, is there an Outer Circle as well?
Anyways, after describing the posh living conditions enjoyed by one Mr. Phil D. Groundhog, Mr. Deeley said "PETA isn't interested in Phil from Feb. 2 on, and is looking for publicity."
Exactly right, Mr. Deeley. I hate that crap. You really care about the Punxutawney Phil, you
PETA is one of those organizations that makes me crazy. I think at heart I share their cause. Who wouldn't be in favor of the humane treatment of animals? But when your organization is reduced to conveniently-timed publicity stunts, extreme measures and ridiculous causes (like robotic groundhogs), you lose some credibility.
Next thing you know they'll be coming after me, accusing me of punching Tonya in the face, causing her to lose a fang. Know who else only has one fang? This guy:
Now that I look closer, I see a really strong family resemblance.
Also, since I have your attention, Phil, let's see what we can do about Spring coming sooner rather than later, okay? I wouldn't want to have to
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I would be in favour of the humane treatment of animals providing humane doesn't mean humane, because humans, to be honest, can't be trusted!
For real? That's so ridiculous it's funny. Bah! What's the point?
Haha, I love your outlook on PETA. I so agree. The idea of ethical treatment for animals is a noble and good one, but they just take it too dang far.
Yes, I agree. PETA does themselves more harm than good. I used to be a member and I still support some of what they do but no one can take them seriously anymore.
Also, I'd know if you punched Tonya in the face because you'd be missing an eye.
I'd be curious what groundhog tastes like.
Probably tastes like cat.
i H.A.T.E. the movie "groundhog day".
i want all the people in it to die after the third "same day".
andrea
p.s. i love the cartoon.
I have it on good authority that groundhog is MUCH better with potatoes scalloped, rather than mashed.
Craziness.
Poor Tuesday
Our provincial groundhog is a puppet and his name is Merv.
PS: And it predicts an early Spring. Not sure how a puppet can predict such things...I think it must be magic.
A robotic groundhog! I agree that PETA is good in theory, but they do their cause more harm than good with some of their foolishness.
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