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James Cromwell: Horseracing is a Blood Sport

Academy Award nominated actor James Cromwell uncovers the abusive and deadly racing industry.

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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?”

— Ingrid Newkirk, PETA Founder and co-author of Animalkind

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