Thursday, November 21, 2013

Protesters To Target Macy’s Parade

Photo Credit: San Diego Air and Space Museum Archive (Creative Commons)
Each year, millions of Americans consider the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade a vital part of their holiday celebration. For some on the perpetually offended left, however, it merely presents another opportunity for outrage.

An historic event that has long included festive floats and balloons depicting animals and other figures, a number of animal rights activists are up in arms over the likeness of Shamu the whale being included in the parade.

While the protesters decry the treatment of whales at theme parks such as SeaWorld, which is sponsoring the Shamu float, parade organizers are standing by their decision.

“There is no controversy,” Amy Kule explained. “Our goal is to entertain, and that is their goal, as well.”
The executive producer for the parade has dealt with significant backlash, including from frequently profane actor Alec Baldwin and his wife. The couple recently wrote that SeaWorld “should not be celebrated” with the inclusion of a float.

Activists are set to be present along the parade route next Thursday, though Macy’s is determined to stay clear of the controversy.

Via: Western Journalism

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