This is important because the horse is one of the biggest American icon. The horse provided for mankind before there were cars and tractors. A lot of Americans wouldn't have eaten had they not had a horse to plow there fields. Please recognize that the horseshould have a place in history and in our hearts. No matter if you ride a horse or not this animal is special and should not be abused and should not be slaughtered while they are still alive and that is what's happening. The protection act has now been lifted and there are horses still being carried across borders to be killed. Please sign to save our heritage!