?Ringling has been fined tens of thousands of dollars by the U.S.D.A. [United States Department of Agriculture] and is responsible for the deaths of at least 24 elephants since 1992,? he said. ?They cannot be trusted to take care of animals properly. In fact, the Bronx Zoo plans to retire its elephants to a sanctuary because they can?t adequately meet the needs of their elephants. Who on earth believes that Madison Square Garden is a suitable environment for wild animals?? - The Villager

“Comments filed by the
Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) with the United States Department
of Agriculture (USDA) reveal new data that demonstrates elephants in
accredited zoos are in very good health.” - PR Newswire