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John commented on the article |Actually, I don't hunt thank you Pat.
See, there is always a first. A person CAN make comments such as I do without being a sportsman! About the closest I have come to hunting was in Brazil, and yep...on a mission trip, when I was asked to "point to one". I asked what they meant and they said to point to a chicken. I did and later that afternoon, it was served.
And yes, I know tha PETA is anti-fur. However, by them passing them out, aren't they still being used? My main point is that since they are already "out there" (the furs) turn them into more coats for more people (but selling them and buying not furs). If it's beyond belief, so be it. Hell, in only 4 days time, an event will occur in The District that many of us thought was "beyond belief" only months ago.
Here's a compromise. Those that have a change of heart, or those that are given a fur and do not want it, can sell the coat themselves. The proceeds can be split 75/25. 75% to buy non fur coats and 25% given as USD, GBP, etc. to PETA. -
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What's better 10 warm people or 50, 20 or 100, 30 or 115, etc.
I still think that it's ok to donate the furs to PETA, but I think that PETA could help far more people if they SOLD the undamaged furs and took the proceeds to buy regular coats.
One of the comments above mentioned having difficulty even thinking of working for PETA with all of the murder that exists in the country/world. Imagine working for a Jail. You truly see the worst of the worst. -
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Kengi, thank you so much for your words of wisdom. They are very much so appreciated. Yes, any preschooler can fed the homeless on Thanksgiving, heck..they may even be strong enough to pass out coats!
I am sure you will appreciate the fact that I am very involved with volunteer organizations that assist a wide array of causes ranging from the homeless (passing out coats, mittens, socks, scarfs, hand/toe warmers, etc.), support organizations for people killed in catastrophic manners, NF,MS, and Toys for Tots (not just buying a toy, volunteering 6 hours a day for 3 weeks in a row after getting off of work). I admit I was a bit of a slacker in 2008. I only logged 348 hours of volunteer service when I had done over 500 in 2007. Heck, I was even named the National Volunteer of the Year (2006) by my company. . It resulted in a $6,000 grant for the charity of my choice. So yes I HAVE and WILL CONTINUE to search for ways and partake in them to assist those that need it.
The whole PETA thing is fishy due to the fact that they are targeting a high profile event. Why not do it at events without cameras? And again, why not trade the coats for many more to assist additional people on the streets? That, in combination with the efforts of people such as myself and many others, can make a world of difference and be the CHANGE that people seek! -
John commented on the article |
Pat, what I was stating in my post above stands. Regardless of any past distribution of coats by PETA, there are areas in the CONUS that are going through weather that is much more harsh than in the District. With that being said, why wait to make a "public statement" and the inauguration of the next CIC? Go ahead and pass them out (since they already have them) in Chicago, MSP, International Falls, Flint, etc? I also find your lambaasting of Shannon to be comical. According to her bio, she has worked with the homeless and is currently pursuing studies in that area. I do have an idea though, and I am sure that since PETA and it's members are all compassionate, that it will be met with a resounding "YES YES YES". A fur coat, marked or unmarked, will keep one person warm. Instead of marking it, PETA should accept the donations and then sell the coats. Proceeds from one fur that is sold could garner several jackets. This would keep even more people warm!
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John commented on the article |
PETA should PROVE that it is about compassion for the homeless. The forecase for DCA early next week is for temps that are near freezing. However, there are many cities that are going through some sever global warming, oops...cooling right now. Temps are far belows that. Why make the homeless wait? Pass them out now, and do it in various cities. Not just in places that will have cameras on site!
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John commented on the article |
God G-d people, this makes no sense. The PETA crowd needs to "chill" on 20 JAN and let what will be take place. The homeless will take any coat given. I know this personally as I have done coat drives in Fort Worth and gone to the Family Center / Presbyterian Night Shelter to pass them out. Cowboys fans will wear a ratty Philly Jacket. Grown men will wear pink and purple, etc.
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John commented on the article |So I guess that any time an animal attacks / kills a human that it can be considered as the same thing. How about a little six year old kid on a motorized scooter getting attacked by a dog?
One thing that really gives me a case of the chuckles is how those on the left are now calling "Global Warming" Climate Change. Make up your minds! -
John commented on the article |
The Israeli governement WARNS of upcoming attacks whilst homicide bombers, those that lob rockets into Israel, etc. never issue a warning. In addition, Hamas was voted into power by the "Palestinians".
This will end when people STOP messing with Israel. Search Facebook, Xanga, etc. Hell, search the web...there are many blogs, postings, etc. that say horrifying thigs like "Throw Jews Into the Sea". However, you will not find anywhere near the amount of things that say it the otherway around".
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