Animal Quote by Gary L. Francione
“Veganism must be the baseline if we are to have any hope of shifting the paradigm away from animals as things and toward animals as nonhuman persons.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Animals as Persons, Gary L. Francione, 2008
Veganism should be the default ethical stance to recognize animals as persons rather than objects.
In simple terms: Treat animals as persons, not things.
Key Takeaway
Adopt veganism as a baseline.
Themes
ethics
animal rights
food
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
ethical
advocacy
When to use this quote
- dietary choices
- policy advocacy
- education programs
- restaurant menus
Key Concepts
philosophy
personhood
environmentalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies support humane food systems?
- What barriers prevent people from adopting veganism?
A Different Perspective
Veganism may be impractical for some due to health or cultural constraints.
