News Chicago Lifts Ban on Foie Gras Delicacy

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Chicago has lifted its two-year ban on foie gras, a decision celebrated by supporters, including local chefs who had previously offered the dish for free. Mayor Richard Daley criticized the ban as "silly" and a source of embarrassment for the city. The repeal passed with a significant majority despite objections from animal rights advocates, who argued that the ban was a compassionate measure against the inhumane treatment of animals involved in foie gras production. The discussion surrounding the ban highlighted differing opinions on animal welfare, with some arguing that the method of force-feeding ducks is cruel, while others believe it is a necessary practice for producing a luxury food item. The debate also touched on broader issues of meat consumption and animal suffering, with some participants questioning the ethics of various food production methods. The conversation reflects a complex intersection of culinary tradition, animal rights, and consumer demand.
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Throwin' my two pennies in...

I'm all for the ban being lifted. Even if you disagree with Foie Gras, the ban doesn't attack the problem.

I do wonder if this is a necessary evil, though. You get a larger liver, but Foie Gras isn't exactly what you'd call a staple. Since it is a luxury item, couldn't we rely upon them fattening themselves up? Some of those pictures are pretty nasty (though, they're also probably cherry picked).

chemisttree: Is that just speculation, or... what? Seemed like an interesting tid-bit, just wondering if you had more to go off of.