“In our society there are a lot of ways that we showcase animals. Whether it’s in zoos or circuses or even marching around Central Park. We use them for fun. But after the event is over and everybody goes home, that animal is probably suffering somewhere. I don’t think that’s right and I don’t think that people or animals should be subjected to that kind of treatment.”

- New York Governor David Paterson in an exclusive interview with me on our sister site, Ecorazzi.com. Paterson was the guest of honor at a recent New York League of Humane Voters event where he spoke on many animal welfare issues. To read the whole thing, visit Ecorazzi.com!