On the 6:00 channel 4 NBC news, 8/2, anchor/reporter
Chuck Scarborough reported that the Bengal tiger who escaped from the Cole
Bros circus is 'grounded' today, while the circus went on without him. The
video showed this poor animal looking out from behind the bars of what
appeared to be a tiny cage; I could barely look.
By using the term 'grounded' plus the accompanying
video, Chuck Scarborough conveys the message that this animal did something
wrong; as we all know, this damn CIRCUS did something wrong - the animals
are innocent.
Language is powerful; it can shape hearts and minds.
Please tell Chuck Scarborough to speak of these animal victims with respect,
understanding and compassion. NBC anchors have answered our emails in the
past.
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