Convict Compassion

For Bordeaux Jail warden Michael Gagnon, eating meat is more important than serving time. In a letter from PETA to the warden, the animal organization encouraged the prison to turn over a new leaf and start serving up vegetarian fare. The jail garnered attention recently after releasing a 430-pound drug-trafficking convict because they could no longer provide for his caloric needs. By serving plant-based fare, PETA contends, there wouldn’t be a need to release prisoners prematurely due to weight issues.