Save Lolita campaign

June 13, 2003

Lolita is an orca (killer whale) who has been imprisoned in an illegally

small tank at the Miami Seaquarium for almost 34 years. The campaign to

rehabilitate, free, and reunite her with her family (who still lives off the

coast of Washington state) has been ongoing for years. However, that

campaign has been given a massive boost by the recent creation of " Lolita:

Slave to Entertainment, " a documentary about Lolita's kidnapping and life in

captivity.

This amazing film, by Tim Gorski and Val Silidker, has created a sensation

among the animal rights community and has struck fear into the animal

exploiters. It has won several best documentary awards at film festivals

around the country and will be screened at the Animal Rights 2003

conferences in D.C. and L.A. this summer. To get a copy of the video or CD,

go to the first website listed below and make a donation of $20 or more to

support continued efforts for Lolita. Please watch it, share it with your

friends, and let Tim and Val know if there are any opportunities for

screening the film in your area.

The campaign has reached a critical point. We are more determined than ever

to rescue and retire Lolita, and we are getting a groundswell of support in

the effort from celebrities like Elton John and the band Yes; animal

protection groups like Orca Network and the Dolphin Conservancy; attorneys

and investigators who are seeking legal avenues for liberation; and a large

team of committed activists.

Starting a few weeks ago, every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. until

Lolita is free there will be a protest outside of the Miami Seaquarium

abusement park that exploits her. Please join us if you can. For more

information on the campaign and how you can help, please visit the following

websites:

For Lolita,

Larry

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