PETA Bankrolling Terrorist Group ELF

PRN Newswire ^ | 08. 7. 03

[Tailgunner Joe]

As the frightening images of a massive August 2nd arson are seared into the minds of San Diego residents, many are left to wonder just who the Earth Liberation Front (ELF) is and who pays its bills. As law enforcement begins to look for answers, members of the public should know that the shadowy ELF enjoys financial backing from at least one tax-exempt, above-ground group -- the activists at People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). A recent federal income tax return filed by PETA shows a $1,500 cash payment to the "North American Earth Liberation Front." And Rodney Coronado, a convicted arsonist who previously received $70,400 from PETA, was in San Diego on the day of the University City arson. Coronado spent 57 months in federal prison for firebombing a Michigan State University research lab. When ABC News's John Stossel confronted PETA President Ingrid Newkirk earlier this year about her organization's financial support of Coronado, she said that he is "a fine young man."

"Federal law enforcement has already shut down several American nonprofits because of their financial ties with overseas terrorists," said David Martosko, Director of Research at the Center for Consumer Freedom. "Terrorism is terrorism, whether it's international or domestic. PETA is funneling money to terrorists, and they shouldn't be treated any differently."

Rodney Coronado was quoted in several news stories about Saturday's $30 million arson, but reporters failed to note that he himself was in San Diego only hours before the fire was set. At 6:30 PM on Friday, Coronado delivered a lecture on "Militant Animal and Earth Liberation" at the San Diego-based "Animal Liberation Weekend" event. Earlier this year, Coronado was videotaped in front of a student audience at American University, demonstrating how to create a crude firebomb for only two dollars.

Crimes such as those committed by ELF vandals and legitimized by Rodney Coronado have become so rampant that the FBI has labeled the groups a "serious domestic terror threat," and has been forced to devote precious counter- terrorism resources to their investigation.

"Senseless acts like this weekend's arson are taking away law-enforcement resources that should be used to fight the war on international terrorism," Martosko said. "And innocent lives are endangered every time one of these eco- arsonists lights a match. Californians should be appalled that PETA is helping to bankroll them."

[Mo1]

And Rodney Coronado, a convicted arsonist who previously received $70,400 from PETA, was in San Diego on the day of the University City arson.

That sure is a lot of money for one person .. where is PETA going all their money?

[FreeLibertarian]

That sure is a lot of money for one person .. where is PETA going all their money?

Most of them come from wealthy families and have trust funds.

[E.G.C.]

BTTT!!!!!!!!

[sauropod]

Yep.

[Terriergal]

Of course, we knew this years ago... way back before we ever met SG.

[Terriergal]

ELF is suspected of the forest fires

And... what rationale do they have for destroying millions of acres of habitat?

[Terriergal]

I'm going to have veal tonight! Ummm! love that soft tender baby cow

How about broasted eagle or filet of baby harp seal? get yours here:

www.petsorfood.com

MMMM MMM MMM! Good! and good for you!

[bicycle thug]

You are on target. Green Anarchy is a John Zerzan group's newspaper published in Eugene, Oregon, where he lives.

john is Teddy K.'s friend and has helped him with his prison writings. There was a benefit show in Eugene, Oregon during his trial nfor Ted at a local anarchist 'Teahouse'/Mutual aid center.

Ted is dear to many people in the Eugene, Oregon anarchist community. Some see him as a hero and prophet. I kid you not.

[bicycle thug]

"You sure do your homework, please ping me with anymore or any new articles."

I will do so as I see them. Not a problem.

[rockfish59]

Zerzan should remember these words:
'I am NOT an animal!'

Those clowns really crack me up. Especially when they beat up those poor defenseless paper racks and garbage cans in Seattle.
If I owned a Starbucks, I'd keep a vigil with a 12 guage pump and double ot buckshot.
Just like the Koreans in L.A.

These idiots will eventually shoot themselves in the foot and I'll bet they just love Ashcroft!

I saw one of the mayors in an Oregon city whining about the telemarketers who've lost jobs because of the millions who have signed on to have the idiots blocked.
Poor babies! Here's a quarter, call someone who cares!!

Interesting screen name. You're not part of the 'Critical Mass' mob are you?

[bicycle thug]

"Interesting screen name. You're not part of the 'Critical Mass' mob are you?"

Nah, but as far as bicycles go, I am indeed a journeyman mechanic, former racer, and restorer of older classic machines. Regarding 'Critical Mass,' the only critical element in my house is my wife regarding how much room my bicycle stuff takes up. She may have prayed for relief from it, but I don't think she has said a Mass yet about there being one too many wheels sets around the place for her tastes.

[bk1000]

"I'm going to have veal tonight! Ummm! love that soft tender baby cow. PETA=People Eating Tasty Animals, right?"

Yumm! I'm having braised manatee with foix gras and spotted owl soup.

[rockfish59]

Well, you sound like a typical biker, except that theirs have engines! =^)

[JustPiper]

Thanx Thug ;)

[JustPiper]

I've seen these young so called idealists interviewed on Scarborough and they definitelt are of the "Stepford Mentality". I also saw a case with Larry Elder and a former PETA member and a current member. PETA was confronted with the very question you asked and her replies were standard and when Larry nailed her on this, she just had a duh expression on her stupid face.

[PeaceBeWithYou]

I've been following ELF for awhile and think it's time we call out Steven Segal to stop em' ;)

Steven Segal, if not one of them is sympathetic to ELF's cause. Watch his movie "On Deadly Ground", or search the net for some of his eco-drenched interviews.

He's also under investigation for his ties to the Mob, of late.

[AuntB]

"ELF is suspected of the forest fires And... what rationale do they have for destroying millions of acres of habitat?"

They are terrorists....not activists. They do not deal in "rationale".

Regards,

Aunt B

[MrsEmmaPeel]

I'll call the local police on behalf of the ELF and claim responsibility for the attack.

Make sure you do it from a pay phone.

[JustPiper]

Each of his movies always has some message at the end. But I know his character would not condone terrorism to see the means.

[Lantern1776]

Remember that the Boston tea party was about the same level as ELF only higher because the tea party agreed never to hurt anybody. I doubt ELF had such high standards.

What I am saying is that we should have a modern day Boston tea party. just a group of right to life activist steal all of the tools essential to abortion only and throw them away.

Human beings are dying every day.