This is a tragic situation. I wish there might be a way for
these two warring groups to meet to find the representation of THE OTHER within whom they want to shut out. When a knowledge base exists to do just that--we could act from a higher level rather than be a microcosm of a violent world.

Inconprehensible that in 2017 there is an ongoing power struggle over whether or not baby animals should be continued to be abused or not.

It's hardly abuse for a bunch of kids to chase pigs.

Had bacon lately?

Surely there are more important issues to fight for.

It seems to me that it's not just the four legged pigs that we need to worry about, but the two legged ones and the harm they are doing to children and piglets alike.

The FBI now investigates animal cruelty cases. Notify the FBI at
Web Link where you can fill out their online TIPS Form. You can remain anonymous. It is not necessary to fill in any other information except the "Information" box providing them the necessary details. I just copy and paste the information link into the "Information" box. In the case of cruelty to the baby pigs, you can provide them this information link and any others you may have regarding this topic:

Web Link

Go to this Almanac news link, scroll down, and see at least 10 articles concerning the "pig scramble".

Web Link

It is heartening me that others are standing up for a more compassionate world where sentient beings are not harmed

So, abusing baby animals: ok
Protesting that abuse: criminal.

Got it.

P.S. Vegetarian, never tasted pork or played football.

It's hardly abuse -- "It's hardly abuse for a bunch of kids to chase pigs."

Quoting Mounted Patrol propaganda there, sport?

"Surely there are more important issues to fight for."

It's not a zero-sum game, sport. You can be involved in a whole number of issues AND protest the Pig Scramble.

Unless, of course, you're affiliated with the Mounted Patrol...

The zoning of the Mounted Patrol Property at 521 Kings Mountain Road requires a 50' front area setback or "right of way" unless Kings Mountain Road is a private road which it is probably not. A survey of the parcel would be necessary for absolute accuracy but it's safe to say that there is a pretty wide space between the Patrol's fenced off property and the road. Are they going to arrrest people for peaceful protests in this area? Hmm. Let's see what the Town Manager says on Monday.

Happy to see this. Now we can go to the rodeo without feeling threatened by the protesters.

Last year's protest was 100 percent peaceful and respectful. There is ample evidence of this as several Mounted Patrol members were there mingling with the protesters politely exchanging views and offering them water. No one threatened anyone and the values of democracy and civil engagement were strong in Woodside that day. Woodside is a place where many residents care about and respect their neighbors. Unfortunately, this isn't the case on a national level right now but everyone of us has the power to choose how we interact with others on a daily basis.

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FBI investigates animal abuse cases. I will call the FBI, others should call too. Whatever name it is called 'scramble', 'chase' 'wrestling', a bunch of [portion removed] children chasing and tackling baby animals is animal abuse.

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Not sure how an article related to the treatment of pigs is off topic!

back:

because your article is about the treatment of feral hogs NOT baby pigs. That's why it's off topic.

The Northern California Junior Rodeo Association comes into town one day a year. They monitor their rodeo events. One of the rules in their Association Rules Book is that no animal will be intentionally mistreated.
The Mounted Patrol have brought in the pig scramble where hundreds of children chase, jump on, do whatever they need to in order to catch a piglet. These children are not animal handlers, this is a free for all for the enjoyment of those who endorse animal abuse.
The Mounted Oatrol needs to hear from the ticket buying audience. Attend the rodeo. Boycott the pig scramble. Teach your children to respect animals. Teach the Mounted Patrol that it is time to remove the pig scramble from their rodeo.

Jennifer:

Great comment!!! Thanks for posting.

Pearl