| 2465 | sati | I stand with my international neighbors in one global collective to condemn these indefensible acts against animals; as one unified body bringing voice to those whom you slaughtered, we demand justice for the slain animals and retribution on behalf of their families. While community members may feel either intimidated or challenged by this type of barbaric and oppressive behavior, please remember that a worldwide audience exists, enraged witnesses to such ruthless actions. When you strike an animal with such unprovoked brutality, the blows are felt by us all; when a family loses an adored member, the sorrow is felt by us all. We denounce this brutality and every person who promotes it. It is with sadness compounded with anger that I write, imploring upon you to provide the adequate resources necessary to investigate these savage crimes, apprehend those responsible, and prosecute the offenders according to international standards. Surely there are those in positions of influence who share our grief and anger, unwilling to participate in such unwarranted, sadistic crimes against animals. While greed and brutality may seem pervasive, it is my hope that there are those who believe in courage, dignity, and empathy towards all sentient beings and who will feel galvanized to undertake this effort on behalf of our animal friends and their human companions. |