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PETA’s push to retire Punxsutawney Phil sparks rare bipartisan backlash

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and GOP lawmakers defend Punxsutawney Phil after PETA criticism.
PETA proposed retiring Phil and using a 3-D hologram to light up Gobbler’s Knob.
Groundhog Day remains a national attraction with Phil’s six-week winter forecast drawing attention.
Groundhog Club handler A.J. Dereume comments on Phil’s status during the event.
Pennsylvania Deputy Tourism Secretary supported Phil’s national appeal in a statement.
Shapiro used a social post featuring a yellow Gadsden flag to illustrate the moment.
The debate underscores a clash between wildlife advocacy and local cultural traditions.
Punxsutawney Phil forecast six more weeks of winter, according to Groundhog Club handlers.
The story includes responses from both Republican and Democratic leaders in Pennsylvania.

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