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Legislature briefs: Python takes Senate floor

"SANTA FE - A bill that would allow dog owners to bring their pets to outdoor restaurants is unfair to the owners of other pets, Sen. Bill Sharer argued Saturday. And to emphasize his point he brought Petunia, a ball python snake, to the floor of the Senate during debate.

"If we allow dogs in a restaurants, I want Petunia to be able to go in," Sharer argued, the snake wrapped around his neck. "And shouldn't she be able to eat there, too?"

Sharer said Petunia, also known as Kaa Dela Selva, was issued a visitor's pass for the Senate floor as she was called as expert witness on SB 11."

www.lcsun-news.com/las_cruces-news/ci_17548555

This is either some sort of publicity stunt, or the senator is attempting to actually kill the bill by demonstrating the proverbial "slippery slope" that could develop. Especially the reference to allowing the snake to dine there (Thank you waiter, and a medium f/t rat for my pet, please!). His presentation reeks of sarcasm.
I am guessing this is not his own snake, since nowhere in the article is this specifically stated.
I am just too cynical to take anything any politician says at face value.

I was wondering if I could bring my 500 lb African Lion to dine with me.

70 lb rare zebra steak, waiter?

Love this guy We need more like him!!!