Atrocities Quote by Gary Yourofsky
“Is slavery - owner, victim, profit, and domination - exclusive to the human race? Have blacks, Jews, women and children been the only victims of this atrocity? Have not cows been enslaved? What about pigs, chickens, turkeys, fish, sheep? If they’re not enslaved, then what are they? Free?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Vegan Activism Talk, Gary Yourofsky, 2010
He expands slavery beyond humans, urging recognition of animal exploitation as a moral issue.
In simple terms: Animal exploitation parallels human oppression.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for animal rights.
Themes
ethics
animal rights
human‑animal parity
moral philosophy
Mood
passionate
urgent
Type
activist
ethical
When to use this quote
- food choices
- activism campaigns
- legislation
- education programs
Key Concepts
speciesism
exploitation
moral responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance human needs with animal rights?
- What responsibilities arise from recognizing animal suffering?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex ecological relationships.
