The other day on my cyber journeys, I saw this little number from our friends at PETA.
Now, it’s one thing (and correct) to talk about the horrible environmental consequences of the modern fishing industry. Fish stocks are being dramatically depleted, ecosystems are in chaos, and it’s likely that our grandchildren will only enjoy a wild-salmon dinner if we ourselves have invested our 401(k)s wisely.
But it’s another thing entirely to draw attention to this problem by focusing on the “feelings” of fish.
Look, and here’s something you may not know about me. If I so much as kill a spider that surprises me in my house, I say a little prayer for its spirit. It’s important that we respect life in all of its forms. And if we choose to take a life - even one so lowly as a spider - we have to recognize and reflect on that.
But often it’s important, even necessary, to take the life of animals. Especially when it’s for food. So long as we do this respectfully and honorably, and with attention to mitigating any ancillary damages that may result, then it’s even right and proper to do so.
So, PETA. If you want to talk about environmental catastrophe, or stewardship of our natural resources, that’s fine. But if you’re going to tell me that “fish hurt,” then get bent. Go join Ralph Nader in his little la-la land. Meanwhile, I’ll be here on planet earth trying to solve real problems.
PETA … and we progressives wonder why we just got our a**es kicked.
Now Playing: Episode 361
The Presidential campaign gets nasty while the banking crisis goes international.
Links Mentioned: The coveted Buckley endorsement … and the Brooks non-endorsement … the European banking bailout vs. the U.S. bailout redux … Frank Rich … GM and Chrysler get cozy.
