I found this information on the avaaz.org website. "The International Whaling Commission has just unveiled a proposal to legalize commercial whale hunting for the first time in 24 years. Now, countries are deciding whether to support it -- or push back. Already, New Zealand's Foreign Minister has described some provisions as "unacceptable," "inflammatory," and "offensive." A massive global outcry is needed now, as other key countries choose how to react. Avaaz will deliver this petition to the Commission delegates each time it adds another 100,000 signatures -- sign below and spread the word! https://secure.avaaz.org/en/whales_under_threat/" Please sign the petition and send it to everyone you know by email and by facebook. This is unacceptable to even consider legalizing whale hunting!!.