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Revision as of 16:41, 10 January 2003 by Frecklefoot (talk | contribs) (fixed link)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to animal rights. It was founded in 1980, and its current president is Ingrid Newkirk.
PETA is well known for aggressive media campaigns and public demonstrations for animal rights, often inciting hostility or ridicule from non-sympathizers. In June 2000, a federal judge ordered a parody website called "People Eating Tasty Animals" to give up its domain name to PETA for trademark reasons.
PETA is also known for having a number of high-profile members and supporters, including Pamela Anderson and Sir Paul McCartney.
See also animal rights group