theist Posted April 18, 2004 Report Share Posted April 18, 2004 Animal rights activists ask pope to save Easter lambs The Associated Press Publication 03/28/99 ROME (AP) - Every Easter, about 2 million baby lambs end up on Italian dinner tables, animal rights activists said. This year, they're asking the pope to stop the slaughter. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals on Saturday asked Pope John Paul II to "appeal to the faithful . . . and save the lives of millions of lambs, symbols of innocent love, candor and tenderness." The letter from PETA's Italian representative, Walter Caporale, said about 2 million newborn lambs are slaughtered every Easter in Italy. Roast baby lamb accompanied by potatoes and artichokes or asparagus is a traditional Easter meal in Italy, along with a dove-shaped cake. Click here to return to story: http://www.amarillonet.com/stories/032899/usn_LA0600.001.shtml © The Amarillo Globe-News Online Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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