Another example of just how dangerious the aniaml rights movement is

Representative Ed Whitfield will not seek re-election after his current term ends, an announcement that comes in the midst of an ongoing ethic probe into potential violations involving contact made between his office and his wife’s employer, the Humane Society Legislative Fund.

This beneficial relationship could have influenced legislation in Congress, something especially dishonorable considering Whitfield has received campaign financing from HSUS in the past.
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