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Proposition 2: Standards for confining farm animals
Marcos Blanco
Issue date: 10/30/08 Section: Voter's Guide
Proposition 2, if passed, would prevent the harsh confinement of pregnant pigs, calves raised for veal and egg-laying hens in a way in which they can't lie down, stand up, fully extend their limbs and turn around freely. It also provides misdemeanor penalties, including a $1,000 fine and/or imprisonment in jail for up to 180 days for violators, according to the California Secretary of State's Web site. There could be reduced state and local tax revenues because of the high production costs that might make farmers leave the business and result in decreased production and profitability, according to the Web site.
Jennifer Fearing, campaign manager for Yes! On Prop 2:
"Voting yes on Prop. 2 prevents cruelty to animals, improves health and food safety, supports family farmers and protects the environment. All animals, including those raised for food, deserve humane treatment. Yes! On Prop 2 is supported by the Humane Society of the United States, the California Veterinary Medical Association and the Center for Food Safety."
Nancy Reimer, diplomate of the American College of Poultry Veterinarians:
"Prop. 2 has several detrimental effects to hen and human health, including increased risk of salmonella enteritidis and avian influenza."
Jennifer Fearing, campaign manager for Yes! On Prop 2:
"Voting yes on Prop. 2 prevents cruelty to animals, improves health and food safety, supports family farmers and protects the environment. All animals, including those raised for food, deserve humane treatment. Yes! On Prop 2 is supported by the Humane Society of the United States, the California Veterinary Medical Association and the Center for Food Safety."
Nancy Reimer, diplomate of the American College of Poultry Veterinarians:
"Prop. 2 has several detrimental effects to hen and human health, including increased risk of salmonella enteritidis and avian influenza."
Viewing Comments 1 - 3 of 3
MFR
posted 10/31/08 @ 9:28 PM PST
Unfortunately, Proposition 2's opponents are trying to confuse voters by claiming that, if Prop 2 passes, eggs will no longer be safe for consumers. Nothing could be further from the truth. (Continued…)
Daniel Wilson
posted 11/01/08 @ 5:47 AM PST
How does Prop 2 really prevent cruelty to animals? Is it more humane to give them a little bit more room before they're trucked off to the slaughterhouse? If YOU were treated this way, would YOU call it humane?
Yes, all animals deserve humane treatment. (Continued…)
Greg
posted 11/03/08 @ 5:23 PM PST
Why does the government have to be a part in everyone's lives? Buying eggs is my business, not the governments. If I want to buy free range chicken, fine, but I'll pay more. (Continued…)
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