[nagdu] Re NAGDU resolution and guide dogs at zoos

[Elizabeth Rene]

Michael and Rebecca, your points about red herrings and individual 
discretion are well taken.

But I raise my own point because our resolution supports the criminalization 
of activity that might have a rational basis other than discrimination.

As a former prosecuting attorney, and one with a guide dog, I've learned to 
be careful about when criminal sanctions should be invoked.  I also believe 
in filing charges and going to the matt for a conviction when needful.

Very few, if any, rights are absolute, and just about every right carries 
responsibility.  I believe that when we engage the life of another being in 
the pursuit of our right to independence, then we have a corresponding 
responsibility to protect that life, and to uphold laws that honor its 
quality and dignity.

No human is an island.

Elizabeth