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Michela Vittoria Brambilla
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“I believe the time has come to subject the Palio di Siena , and other competitions in which living creatures are exploited and risk their lives purely for human entertainment, to rigorous scrutiny. And, given what happens time and again, the Palio di Siena can no longer be considered untouchable.”
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“For some time, I had been raising the alarm about the dangerous conditions for the animals involved in this anachronistic event [the Palio di Siena]. And it was certainly the right decision not to nominate it for UNESCO World Heritage status. That decision would have linked the image of our country to the violent death of another innocent horse. This is not the Italy we want to present to the world.”
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“Today, it is essential to recognise the rights of all animals with equal dignity. Whether it's a cow, a pig, a rabbit or a tiger, they should have the same protection as our pet dog or cat, because all animals are born equal in the face of life, and life itself is their first right.”
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“Rabbits deserve the same protection as all other animals that live in our homes or are otherwise part of our family.”
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“I was the first person to bring a dog into Parliament. It would be revolutionary to include an animal on our list.”
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“I'm in politics to achieve what I believe is right; otherwise, I would have been content to dream.”
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“I will never tire of repeating that hunting is an anachronistic practice that is extremely harmful to biodiversity and the environment, and extremely dangerous for public safety.”
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“There is an Italy of cruelty and wrongdoing, but there is also an Italy of 'good people' who dedicate their lives to the welfare of animals. These are the best people in our country – generous, selfless, compassionate, and supportive of those in need: animal rights activists. (Introduction)”
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“Therefore, 'On the Side of Animals' becomes much more than just the title of a programme or a book. It is a genuine choice of which side to take. It has been my side, for as long as I can remember. Not against humans, but so that, by loving and respecting animals, humans can rediscover the true meaning of the word 'humanity'. (Introduction)”
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“Choosing to be the voice of the voiceless is a lofty and noble task. Only those who truly understand what it means to 'be human', those who know and value the gift of empathy – animal rights activists – can take on this task. (Introduction)”
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“Many scientists disagree when the experiments they carry out on animals are referred to as "vivisection".”
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“The sight of a puppy always moves those with a sensitive soul: a new life entering the world is a sign of continuity and hope. (p. 23)”
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“[...] The activists' lawyers had the excellent idea of filing a new complaint against Green Hill, challenging the mistreatment of animals through their prolonged detention in conditions that are incompatible with their nature. [...] In fact, the Beagle is a hunting dog and, as such, needs to run outdoors and make full use of its highly developed sense of smell. These conditions are obviously denied to the prisoners at Green Hill. (p. 28)”
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“One of the most despicable crimes against animals is also the most underestimated: indifference. Several years ago, an animal rights campaign featured a photo of an all-white dog in an all-white room furnished with white furniture; in the photo, you could barely make out its eyes. The slogan read: "To mistreat a dog, all you have to do is not notice it." Indifference often kills as much as refined cruelty. (p. 38)”
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“If those responsible for abandoning, mistreating or killing animals were punished as required by law, local councils would undoubtedly also receive the funds needed to tackle the stray animal problem that they now complain they can no longer combat. (p. 63)”
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“Of course, anyone who decides to get rid of their dog on the eve of the holidays is nothing more than a coward, and a cruel one at that. However, removing the excuse of a lack of tourist facilities still represents a step forward. For this reason, every summer, we have run an official advert on all RAI channels to strongly condemn animal abandonment and, at the same time, to inform the public that many tourist facilities allow pets, with details of these facilities listed on the Ministry's website. (pp. 75–76)”
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“Fur as a source of shame… Today, this idea no longer causes a stir (except among those who produce or sell fur).”
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“The cat [...] is often the victim of the ignorance that still prevails in our country regarding its species-specific needs. Many people say that cats 'look after themselves'. 'Let it roam free; it'll always find something to eat.' What nonsense… The 36 former stray cats that live in my home, most of whom I took in seriously injured, are living proof that these are false beliefs. In fact, cats are pets in every sense of the word and are dependent on humans. They don't survive by hunting mice; they need us. (p. 100)”
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“My Ziguli […] was born near Olbia, in a colony of sick and malnourished cats. Almost immediately, he contracted one of the common parvoviruses that spread among unvaccinated kittens, which are almost always fatal. He had a cold, a fever and a heavy eye discharge that wasn't treated, which irreparably damaged his corneas and made him blind. [...] At first, I thought that a disability of this magnitude – total blindness – would be unbearable for a cat, and that the best thing for that little two-month-old kitten would be to be put to sleep forever.”
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“In politics, the logic is often one of consensus at any cost, which means bringing everything and its opposite together under one roof. I have only been involved in politics for a few years, but I have been an activist for animal rights for over thirty. From the very start, I wanted to be a voice for the millions of Italians who share my views and who are calling for greater protection for animals. My story, my ideals and my values will never be for sale or subservient to any party. (p. 125)”
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“I am fortunate enough to live with horses, which gives me the opportunity to 'study' them in depth and to appreciate the characteristic traits of their species: their generosity, their keen intelligence, the instinctive fear that never abandons animals that are preyed upon in the wild and, on the other hand, the temperament they display when they want to show you that they know their own minds. (p. 133)”
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“We have few true friends who accompany us on our journey, and they often have four legs. (p. 136)”
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“You can really learn how to behave in life from animals. (p. 137)”
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“I see being vegetarian as a moral step forward, a consistent choice that should affect increasingly large sections of society in a great civilised country. However, superficiality and hypocrisy are always lurking. You can't say you love animals and then eat them. Yet, how many times have I sat at the table with people who profess love and respect for our furry friends while they are munching on a steak? (p. 141)”
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“And how effective are those horrible cooking programmes that television relentlessly forces on us in terms of countering education? Living creatures that become 'ingredients', just like salt and pepper. Verbs like 'boning' and 'chopping' are thrown around, and it makes me want to burst onto the set to remind everyone that they're talking about a calf, a pig, a kid. They are animals like us, who, like us, have feelings, are afraid, and are capable of experiencing pleasure and suffering. (p. 142)”
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“I would also add that I do not believe in selective hunting either: if wild boar can cause damage to crops, their population should be controlled through methods other than being culled by hunters, which is clearly an excuse used by politicians to appease a particular lobby. (p. 172)”
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“Destroying a living creature is a double crime: both life and beauty are extinguished at the same time. (p. 173)”
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“I think it is clear that, when we talk about animals, their rights and their suffering, we are actually talking about human responsibilities. (p. 177)”
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“Protecting the environment, safeguarding animal rights and promoting more sustainable lifestyles are like writing the first chapters of a new peace treaty between humankind and the Earth. Let's write it together.”
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“Those who support live animal testing invoke the rights of science; those who defend bullfighting hide behind tradition; those who go hunting even go so far as to claim to be nature lovers. However, those who produce and wear fur have no real justification for their behaviour other than profit, whim, and vanity. In the name of this trinity, millions of animals suffer in the cages of factory farms, or are taken from their natural environment and killed. For a long time now, fur has ceased to be a functional product for protecting against the cold and has become a pure status symbol or, at best, a decoration or trim for items of clothing or accessories.”
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“I find women who wear fur really vulgar. Even though they are beautiful, they all look like caricatures of Cruella de Vil, and if you try to reason with them, they often respond like she does in 101 Dalmatians : 'I live for fur, I love fur. And anyway, is there a single woman in this horrible world who doesn't adore fur?” Nothing could be further from the truth. The majority of women hate fur, and they hate the bloodstained business that lies behind a floor-length mink stole. Elegance, style and class have nothing to do with any of this. They come from within and are expressed on the outside through thoughts, words, actions and omissions. Not buying a fur coat is an excellent act of omission, a sign of true inner elegance. (p. 99)”
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“Around 2,000 animals languish in Italian circuses. Many of them were born in captivity, while some were captured in the wild and imported, sometimes illegally. They all spend their lives in confined spaces, cages or enclosures, or tied to very short chains. Some are literally 'boxed up alive', in the dark, in containers barely bigger than themselves […]. (p. 106)One day, all forms of speciesism will be overcome: we will no longer talk about 'useful' species and 'harmful' species, and all animals will enjoy the same protections that are currently afforded to those that live in our homes. This includes wild animals. Because you can't sleep with your cat on your bed and then take your child to see their wild relatives reduced to shadows of themselves under the [circus] big top. (p. 114)”
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“When it comes to horses, humans often show their worst side, betraying their millennia-old pact with a true friend. This wonderful animal has always stood by humans' side, helping them in battle, assisting with agricultural work, providing transport, and offering faithful companionship. Yet it continues to be exploited in a thousand different ways: on the tracks of official racecourses, where it may be forced to follow rigid and unnatural competition rules; in illegal races; on the cobblestone streets of Rome and elsewhere, pulling carriages in the rain or in scorching heat; and hurled at breakneck speed along the medieval tracks of 'palii' horse races. In most cases, the abattoir is their final destination. (p. 123)”
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“Horses love to run, but they love to do so outdoors, in the woods and in the countryside, not inside a riding school. They can enjoy doing a few jumps. They can also develop a strong competitive spirit, which makes them want to finish ahead of the others. And it can enjoy sharing these moments with a friend in the saddle. However, none of this has anything to do with what is imposed on it in showjumping, racing and the various equestrian disciplines. Then the joy disappears, and with it, spontaneous cooperation. Horses are not interested in business, betting or winning at all costs, which are the most important things for humans. (p. 134)”
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“What actually happens inside abattoirs is difficult to describe. A vet friend of mine, who had been sent by the National Health Service, against her wishes, to provide assistance at one of these establishments, told me about horses being whipped in the eyes to force them towards the 'death cage', and about the terror in the eyes of the calves as, one after the other, a gun is pointed at their skulls and they fall to the ground. Of pigs, sheep and other animals forced to witness the killing and skinning of their fellow creatures. It is rare for cameras to be installed in abattoirs; after all, they would only document the extreme brutality of the process, presented in its sterile, modern guise. (p. 148)”
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“Of all the massacres that fuel the meat industry every day, the most abhorrent is the Easter slaughter, because it claims the lives of so many young animals: lambs and kid goats. They are torn from their mothers, who spend entire days searching for them in despair, and taken away from their carefree play to be crammed into vans that transport them to their deaths. No longer able to utter a bleat of terror, they emit cries like a child's tears until their very last breath: all in the name of a consumerism that feeds on a senseless tradition. There can be no justification for such a massacre: a concoction of cruelty, commerce and ignorance, with which religious precepts have nothing to do.Eating kid or lamb at Easter is neither a tradition nor an obligation, but an affront to the animal world. (p. 150)”
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