Controversy Surrounding South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem Shooting Her Dog
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem's actions of shooting her dog in the head, as revealed in her upcoming book, were deemed "unacceptable" by most Americans in a survey conducted by the Economist/YouGov. Noem described the dog as aggressive and claimed it attacked livestock and her, leading to her decision to end its life.
Key Points
- Noem shot her dog Cricket in the head after it attacked livestock and her
- Most Americans, including Republicans, found her actions unacceptable
- Survey conducted by the Economist/YouGov in May 2024
Pros
- Noem's ability to take tough decisions
- Noem standing by her actions
Cons
- Majority of Americans finding the actions unacceptable