The Cruelty of Bullfighting
Bullfighting, an ancient practice that involves the torture and death of a bull, has generated an intense debate in Spanish society. The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, has decided to put an end to the National Bullfighting Award, arguing that it is a form of animal abuse that should not be financed with public funds.
The Voice of Ricky Gervais
Comedian Ricky Gervais has expressed his strong opposition to bullfighting, stating that it is a barbaric practice in which an innocent animal is tortured to death for fun. Gervais believes that the bull should be given the opportunity to defend itself and, if necessary, defeat its tormentors.
The End of the National Bullfighting Award
The National Bullfighting Award, created in 2013 and endowed with 30,000 euros, has been annulled by the Ministry of Culture. This decision reflects the growing social rejection of animal abuse and the recognition that bullfighting does not deserve to be supported with public funds.
Reactions from the Bullfighting Industry and Politics
The decision to end the National Bullfighting Award has generated mixed reactions. The bullfighting sector, some intellectuals and right-wing and far-right parties have criticized the measure, while animal rights defenders and the general public have applauded it. Some autonomous communities governed by right-wing parties have expressed their intention to continue rewarding bullfighting, but Minister Urtasun has stated that they are free to do so, but not with public money.