Political Organizations Representing Animal Interests
In the lead-up to the 2024 U.S. presidential election, an intriguing phenomenon has emerged, with various animal species seemingly expressing opinions on the political landscape. However, it's essential to clarify that animals do not hold political opinions or participate in human elections.
Tucker Scott '26, a staff writer for a renowned news outlet, has been conducting interviews with a diverse array of animals, delving into their thoughts on politics and the upcoming election. One of his most interesting findings is that bears, particularly polar bears, are supporting Donald Trump due to potential benefits for Greenland. The pro-Trump sentiment among bears is attributed to his pro-fishing stance, although there are concerns about his pro-hunting positions. These concerns, however, have been assuaged by the understanding that these positions would only affect lesser life forms.
On the other hand, fish are reportedly supporters of RFK Jr., swayed by his actions of killing a bear and leaving its carcass in Central Park. An unexpected twist comes with birds, who are big supporters of Donald Trump, possibly confusing him with Elon Musk. They also believe in various conspiracy theories. Dogs, on the other hand, expressed dissatisfaction with the economy under Biden, stating it is very "ruff," leading to longer work hours for their owners and fewer treats. Cats, on the contrary, were supportive of a woman president, finding the concept "hisstoric." They also expressed a desire for decreased regulations when it comes to hunting mice.
It's interesting to note that cows were indifferent to the political divisions, expressing a liking for confusion and planning the downfall of the United States government, although this cannot be proven yet. Sheep largely abstained from the election, expressing dissatisfaction with both candidates. Deers are split in their support based on gender, with fawns supporting Kamala due to issues with toxic masculinity in the buck population, and bucks supporting Trump, influenced by Andrew Tate's teachings.
While these findings are fascinating, it's crucial to remember that they are metaphorical reflections of political advocacy for animals rather than opinions or participation by animals themselves. The political views of animal species are a creative way to discuss animal welfare and rights within the context of the 2024 election.
In the realm of human politics, there is increasing attention to animal welfare and rights, as reflected in policies and advocacy by political candidates and officials. For instance, in New York City’s 2025 mayoral race, candidate Curtis Sliwa proposed animal-friendly measures such as more adoption centers, subsidized veterinary care, and tax relief on pet food.
The political representation of nature is an evolving concept in political theory and governance, where rights and legal personhood have been extended to animals, plants, and ecosystems. This trend aims to incorporate nonhuman interests into political decision-making to better address environmental and animal welfare issues. This approach is philosophical and institutional rather than attributing political views to specific animal species.
In the United States, legislative and judicial actions address animal protection, such as upgrades in animal abuse laws, disputes over protections for species like wolves, and appointments of officials overseeing wildlife policy. These are human political processes impacting animals rather than animals holding political views.
In conclusion, while animals do not have political views about the 2024 election, human political actors increasingly consider animal welfare and rights within their platforms and through legal reforms. The notion of “political views of animal species” is metaphorical and reflects political advocacy for animals rather than opinions or participation by animals themselves.
[1] Source: New York City Animal Welfare Policies in 2025 [2] Source: Earth Jurisprudence and Rights of Nature [3] Source: Animal Protection Laws in the United States [4] Source: Wolf Protection in the United States [5] Source: Wildlife Policy Appointments in the United States
- The seemingly political opinions of various animal species during the 2024 U.S. presidential election are based on human interpretations of their behaviors and preferences, as shown in Tucker Scott's interviews.
- In the human political landscape, animal welfare and rights are becoming increasingly important issues, with candidates like Curtis Sliwa in New York City's 2025 mayoral race advocating for animal-friendly policies.
- The political representation of nature and the extension of rights to animals, plants, and ecosystems is an emerging concept in political theory and governance, aiming to incorporate nonhuman interests into decision-making to better tackle environmental and animal welfare issues.
