The arc of moral progress bends slowly. It took centuries to recognize that slaves were persons. It took decades to recognize that women had a right to vote. We are currently in the messy, contentious middle of recognizing that the creatures who share our planet—who dream, who feel joy, who suffer loss—are not merely objects for our use.
There are numerous ways to promote animal welfare and rights, including: The arc of moral progress bends slowly
The farmer crouched down to his son. "What do you want me to do, Leo? Tell me." We are currently in the messy, contentious middle
Issues like "puppy mills" and the ethics of selective breeding (which can cause health problems in certain breeds) are at the forefront of domestic welfare concerns. The Legal Landscape Tell me
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