This Swine Life: Pig Named 6-7 Pardoned by Miami-Dade Mayor.
Although not quite at the identical stature as sparing Thanksgiving turkeys, but the mayor of Miami-Dade conducted a ceremonial pardon event this week by formally pardoning the life of a swine named Six Seven.
Daniella Levine Cava carried out the annual tradition at the Cuban-style Latin Cafe 2000 in the core of Miami’s iconic Little Havana neighborhood.
“This animal is guiltless. She deserves this act of mercy. No offenses are on her docket,” stated the mayor in a speech with clear references to the vast quantity of executive clemencies issued since the onset of a new presidential term.
“Unless you count eating 6 or 7 apples per day,” Levine Cava continued. “May this pig enjoy a lengthy and joyful existence free from concern.”
The gathering, which both honors and questions the local cultural practice of consuming swine during the holidays, was founded to emulate the yearly bird sparing at the White House.
The animal, donated by a Coral Gables firefighter, was christened after the modern linguistic fad of young people exclaiming “6-7” – inspired by a hip-hop line – often without clear purpose. The trend became so pervasive that a major dictionary recently named “6-7” its top term for the year.
A Future Secured
The pardoned swine is now destined to live out its days at a rural sanctuary “far from charcoal and roasting pans”, according to the organizers' announcement.
“This swine clemency has become a beloved tradition to begin the holiday season,” said the event host, in a notably cheerful message.
“It represents the essence of Miami: vibrant, multicultural, and grounded in customs that foster togetherness. Every time, we are delighted to mark culture and compassion in a way only Miami can.”
Attendees enjoyed a meat-free selection of spinach croquetas and cafecito as they toasted the pig's pardon.
