Maine became a state in 1820. In 1821, we passed the nation’s first animal protection legislation. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, the world’s oldest animal protection organization, wasn’t founded in England until 1824.
Back in 1821, and ever since, Mainers have demonstrated that they are moral and independent people, unafraid to be the first to protect those in need.
Today, though, Maine has the notorious distinction of being the last state to allow all three practices of bear baiting, hounding and trapping.
A “yes” vote on Question 1 in November will prohibit these three specific brands of cruelty to our bears – nothing more. The “slippery slope” argument from opponents to fair chase is nothing more than fear-mongering.
Mainers for Fair Bear Hunting seeks only to help protect Maine’s bears. Once that’s done, it closes up shop.
For better bear hunting,
Carole Hunnewell
Brunswick
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