Will New Mexico be the next to ban cockfighting?

Porphyry reports that the state of New Mexico might be the next one to ban cockfighting, which would leave Louisiana as the last state standing in the cruel-o-rama. Pro-cockfighting forces are contending that the only reason this is even up for debate is because state Governor Richardson, who recently stepped up and spoke out against cockfighting, wants to be president. That’s right, cockfighters are arguing that the only reason they’re under attack this time is because the silly people of the United States recognize that this “sport” is cruel and barbaric, and nobody in their right mind would want someone in favour of it to be running the country. Oh, and if that argument didn’t sway you, apparently you’re a racist. Strangely, nobody ever argues that cockfighting helps develop critical thinking skills. Link.