Release the aged research chimps!
A message from Pam
Some of you may have already signed, but if so, please forward, and crosspost - whatever it takes!
50 YEARS in a laboratory is just unconscionable!
Monika V.
Petition to release aged research chimps December 08, 2006 12:13 PM
US petition to release aged research chimps
Please sign the petition asking for the release of aged research chimps. Thanks!
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/283409529
The United States is the biggest user of chimpanzees in research - an estimated 1,300. Many have been in research for decades. The oldest known is Wenka - she is 52. After nearly 50 years, it's time for her and the other elders to retire so they can spend their remaining days in peace and comfort.
More on this site: http://releasetheelders.blogspot.com/
Some of you may have already signed, but if so, please forward, and crosspost - whatever it takes!
50 YEARS in a laboratory is just unconscionable!
Monika V.
Petition to release aged research chimps December 08, 2006 12:13 PM
US petition to release aged research chimps
Please sign the petition asking for the release of aged research chimps. Thanks!
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/283409529
The United States is the biggest user of chimpanzees in research - an estimated 1,300. Many have been in research for decades. The oldest known is Wenka - she is 52. After nearly 50 years, it's time for her and the other elders to retire so they can spend their remaining days in peace and comfort.
More on this site: http://releasetheelders.blogspot.com/
rudkla - 3. Jan, 17:20