Animal Quote by Carl Cohen
“The elimination of horrible disease, the increase of the quality of lives (for humans and for animals) achieved through research using animals is so incalculably great that the argument of these critics, systematically pursued, establishes not their conclusion but its reverse: to refrain from using animals in biomedical research is, on utilitarian grounds, morally wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Case for Animal Rights, 2006
Using animals in biomedical research yields massive health benefits, making prohibiting it morally wrong from a utilitarian view.
In simple terms: Animal research saves lives, so banning it is unethical.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the moral weight of scientific progress.
Themes
ethics
utilitarianism
biomedical research
animal rights
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- research funding
- clinical trials
- public health campaigns
Key Concepts
Consequentialism
moral philosophy
public health
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance animal welfare with human health gains?
- Is utilitarianism sufficient for ethical decisions?
A Different Perspective
Some argue animal welfare outweighs benefits; null.
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