So if democrats get their dream wish and PR is made a state, will they ban cock fighting

[Mashmont]

I don't want to add any states.

Trump is such a top negotiator, I thought China might become the 51st state.

 

[Cellblock2429]

That was back in the 1970s.

What I remember in the 1970s, we had something called the FALN that went around blowing shit up.

/----/ I'm just saying that's the last time the people voted on it. What will democRATs do to force the issue?

 

[tyroneweaver]

Cockfighting is already illegal in Puerto Rico.

Puerto Rico Must Stop Defying U.S. Laws Against Staged Animal Fighting

Uncover the brutal truth about animal fighting. Witness the fierce competition and dark practices surrounding this underground sport.

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It's just hard to get worked up about Cockfighting when Colonel Sanders is a thing.

Yes, cockfighting continues in Puerto Rico despite a federal ban. Although the U.S. outlawed the blood sport across all states and territories in 2019, the underground and unregulated industry remains active. [1, 2, 3]
While the ban carries severe federal penalties—up to five years in prison for participants—local enforcement is notoriously anemic. The ongoing situation includes these key factors: [1, 2]

• Cultural & Economic Pushback: Cockfighting is a deeply ingrained 400-year-old tradition in Puerto Rico. Proponents claim the industry generates thousands of jobs and millions in revenue, leading local officials to heavily resist federal involvement.
• Local Legislation Attempt: Shortly after the federal ban passed, Puerto Rico's legislature attempted to bypass the federal law by passing local measures to protect the sport, provided birds were not imported or exported. However, federal courts have maintained that Congress holds jurisdiction.
• Lack of Enforcement: Local police often do not crack down on the fights, and federal authorities have acknowledged that the practice remains widespread across the island.
• High-Profile Scrutiny: The persistence of the industry is an ongoing flashpoint, with high-profile athletes and activists drawing continued attention to the events. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

 

[JoeB131]

Yes, cockfighting continues in Puerto Rico despite a federal ban. Although the U.S. outlawed the blood sport across all states and territories in 2019, the underground and unregulated industry remains active. [1, 2, 3]
While the ban carries severe federal penalties—up to five years in prison for participants—local enforcement is notoriously anemic. The ongoing situation includes these key factors: [1, 2]

• Cultural & Economic Pushback: Cockfighting is a deeply ingrained 400-year-old tradition in Puerto Rico. Proponents claim the industry generates thousands of jobs and millions in revenue, leading local officials to heavily resist federal involvement.
• Local Legislation Attempt: Shortly after the federal ban passed, Puerto Rico's legislature attempted to bypass the federal law by passing local measures to protect the sport, provided birds were not imported or exported. However, federal courts have maintained that Congress holds jurisdiction.
• Lack of Enforcement: Local police often do not crack down on the fights, and federal authorities have acknowledged that the practice remains widespread across the island.
• High-Profile Scrutiny: The persistence of the industry is an ongoing flashpoint, with high-profile athletes and activists drawing continued attention to the events. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Not sure what your point is here.

It's technically illegal.
It goes on anyway.

Prostitution is illegal in IL, but if you really want to have sex for money, there are plenty of outlets to do it.