In previous anti-hunting campaigns, HSUS has used paid signature gatherers to qualify issues for the ballot; it appears that they are using the same tactic in Michigan. This sheds the light of truth on their claim that the anti-dove campaign is a grassroots effort.
NRA and other sportsmen`s groups worked with key lawmakers in 2004 to pass legislation that made Michigan the 41st dove hunting state. Sportsmen are now being called to action to save the hunt.
The recent merger of HSUS and The Fund for Animals should be of serious concern to Michigan`s hunters. The new group has a war chest in excess of $95 million to spend advancing their anti-hunting agenda--and dove hunting in Michigan is one of the first targets.
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