Chicago's Two-Year Ban On Foie Gras Lifted - Take Heart

Chicago's Two-Year Ban On Foie Gras Lifted

Gourmets in Chicago can once again order foie gras after the city council repealed a two-year restaurant ban. Supporters of the ban point to the cruelty involved in producing it, which involves force-feeding geese and ducks under extreme confinement in order to enlarge their livers.

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It is unfortunate to hear that small steps taken toward alleviating the suffering of God’s animals are once again revoked. The suffering inflicted on ducks and geese in order to produce foie gras is undeniable and inexcusable. Since the law doesn’t prevent such cruelty it is up to the consumer not to support such industry.