Pro-pit bull flash mob on the 16th Street Mall: “Give Pits a Chance!” (VIDEO)

On Friday, dog lovers who oppose breed specific legislation like Denver's pit bull ban gathered on the 16th Street Mall to stage what they describe as a flash mob -- although it was closer to a political demonstration. After a megaphone-amplified introduction, various participants declared, "I want my pit bull...
By Michael RobertsAugust 23, 2011
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On Friday, dog lovers who oppose breed specific legislation like Denver’s pit bull ban gathered on the 16th Street Mall to stage what they describe as a flash mob — although it was closer to a political demonstration. After a megaphone-amplified introduction, various participants declared, “I want my pit bull in Denver!” before joining together, torches in hand, to paraphrase John Lennon with the singing of “Give Pits a Chance!”

Check out a video of the protest below.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com

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