February 9th 2024.
PETA, a well-known animal rights organization, has recently taken a stand against a theme park in Kansas that continues to produce and sell animal-themed carousels. In a letter addressed to Chance Rides, PETA's President Ingrid Newkirk urges the company to stop their involvement in the celebration of animal exploitation by manufacturing these types of merry-go-rounds.
According to Newkirk, children learn through play, and introducing them to the concept of respecting and showing compassion towards all living beings can help create a more humane and just world. PETA strongly encourages Chance Rides and other carousel manufacturers to shift their focus towards designs that spark children's imagination and showcase human talent, rather than promoting outdated animal-themed rides.
The organization has presented several arguments as to why animal-themed activities contribute to the larger issue of animal abuse. For instance, using animals' likeness for amusement and transportation is a form of exploitation. Newkirk suggests that incorporating differently shaped objects on carousels can still engage children's imagination and promote human creativity.
In their letter to Chance Rides' President and CEO Aaron Landrum, PETA points out that other companies have already taken steps towards change. In 2018, snack giant Nabisco replaced the design of caged animals on their Barnum's Animals Crackers box, and Trader Joe's switched to new packaging for products featuring performing elephants.
Newkirk highlights that millions of people worldwide are calling for an end to the exploitation of animals in entertainment, including using them as "living taxis" for rides like carousels. PETA respectfully asks Chance Rides to join the growing movement by pledging to no longer produce carousel figures in the form of animals. The organization looks forward to hearing back from the company.
PETA is holding everyone accountable for the treatment of animals and plans to launch an impactful commercial during the 2024 Super Bowl. The ad, featuring The Sopranos star and animal activist Edie Falco, aims to make viewers reconsider their choices, such as eating cheese with their nachos. In the commercial, Falco is preparing a meal in her kitchen when two intimidating men barge in to take the cheese, sending a powerful message about the consequences of supporting animal exploitation.
The Black Enterprise first reported this story, highlighting PETA's efforts to put an end to animal-themed carousels in amusement parks. As always, PETA remains dedicated to advocating for the ethical treatment of all animals and hopes to see positive change in the industry.
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