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Strange News: Horned Rabbits and Political Vocabulary




Strange News: Horned Rabbits and Political Vocabulary

By Ava Thompson | WASHINGTON, D.C. – 2025/08/30 11:35:21


Forget cuddly bunnies; a disturbing trend is emerging in Colorado. According to reports, rabbits are developing grotesque, horn-like growths, resembling something from a horror film. The culprit? A “mostly harmless” Shope papillomavirus, as described by the Associated Press, which causes wart-like protrusions on their faces.

These rabbits have earned fitting nicknames like “Frankenstein bunnies” and “zombie rabbits.” Some speculate this virus could be linked to the myth of jackalopes, the antlered rabbits of folklore.

A rabbit in Colorado pictured with signs of the papilloma virus (CRPV) or Shope papilloma virus. The virus infects rabbits, causing keratinous carcinomas, typically on or near the animal's head.
A rabbit in Colorado with signs of Shope papillomavirus. (Education Images/Worldwide Images Group via Getty Images)

Political Language Ban

In other news,the Democratic National Committee (DNC) is reportedly considering a policy to discourage the use of certain words and phrases. According to Politico, a memo outlines 45 terms party members should avoid, aiming to connect with a broader audience.

An American flag and a logo for the Democratic Party displayed
The Democratic Party considering vocabulary guidelines. (Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

The left-leaning political site wrote a piece about a new memo outlining 45 words and phrases party members shouldn’t say.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Shope papillomavirus dangerous to humans?

A: While the Shope papillomavirus primarily affects rabbits, it has been studied for its potential links to human cancers, though it is not considered a direct threat to human health.

Q: Why do political parties change their language?

A: Political parties often adjust their language to appeal to specific demographics, avoid alienating voters, and frame issues in a way that resonates with different values.

Q: How common is the Shope papillomavirus in wild rabbits?

A: Approximately 30% of wild rabbits show signs of papillomavirus infection in certain regions.

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