[asilmaniac]

guys just want to ask about the opinion of the furom about sabong (cockfighting) here in the PI... below are listed facts about sabong in the philippines...views on the pro and contrary sides..


PRO::::
1.) its part of the filipino culture. (sabong is dated way back during the spanish era)
2.) its the filipino's favorite pastime. (to be agreed upon between the animal rights activist and lovers of the sport)
3.) sabong in the PI is very much legal and permit can easily be processed. (securing permits is easier than paying income tax returns)
4.) every town in PI has cockpits (aside from church and municipal hall every town in PI has cockpits)
5.) its were the upper class and lower class of the society are viewed to be leveled. (ordinary citizen could mingle with the elites)
6.) its a multi-million industry.( it creates thousands of jobs)

CONS
1.) its a very bloody and cruel sport. (as animal rights activist says)
2.) its a form of gambling.
3.) being a catholic nation its a taboo for the people to be engaged in sabong.
4.) Gambling and cockfighting are societal ills that are each harmful to our communities on their own; however, when you combine the two, you get people betting on the outcome of undeniable cruelty, and that is simply unacceptable.
5.) Law enforcement officials have documented a strong connection between cockfighting and the distribution of illegal drugs. (in most cases the cockpit is often made the hang-outs of illegalist not just drug dealers, its were they spend thier money gambling because its safer for them than going out in the open like in casinos)
6.) it's hardly surprising to those familiar with cockfighting's criminal circles. In many parts of the country, the good ol' boys' network still reigns, with law enforcement willing to overlook this sickening activity in exchange for a little payola. ( exist in illegal run cockpits but not inside the pit were it has permits)

List of the few facts about the sport....just wanna know about the opinions of the foriegners living and planning to live here in the country:::

Best;;;;
ASIL