News Release
Statement on Bombings by Animal Extremists
from Frankie L. Trull, President
September 30, 2003
For Immediate Release
Washington, DC – Violent crimes committed
in the name of “animal rights” – including the
recent bombings of Chiron and Shaklee Corporations in the Bay Area
- threaten lifesaving medical research and discovery. These acts
of domestic terrorism force millions of research dollars to be diverted
into rebuilding labs, adding security, protecting company executives,
scientists, employees, customers, shareholders, suppliers and their
families. They put the lives of emergency responders at risk, tax
the resources of local law enforcement and put people out of work.
Meanwhile, the ultimate price is paid by the sick and dying waiting
for new therapies and cures.
Animal extremists, such as the outlaw group that
is claiming responsibility for these bombings are dangerous and
destructive. Their goal is to inflict maximum economic damage
upon those whose research involves lab animals until abolition
of these critical medical and scientific studies is achieved.
According to the FBI, ALF (Animal Liberation Front) and its underground
sister organization ELF (Earth Liberation Front) represent the most
serious domestic terrorist threat facing America today and are responsible
for over $40 million in property damage ranging from vandalism to
theft to arson. The Foundation for Biomedical Research condemns
these violent acts and urges all those involved in the American
research community to be on heightened alert.
Established in 1981, the Foundation for Biomedical Research is
the nation’s oldest and largest organization devoted to promoting
public understanding, respect and support for the humane and responsible
use of animals in medical and scientific research.
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