Ringling and other circuses have made it clear that they have no intention of stopping their abusive practices. And the law-which provides minimal requirements for cage size and little else-does not protect animals in circuses. It's up to us to say "enough is enough."
Ingrid E. Newkirk is the president and founder of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, 501 Front St., Norfolk, VA 23510; www.PETA.org. Her latest book is The PETA Practical Guide to Animal Rights .
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