Confinement Quote by Ingrid Newkirk
“Even painless research is fascism, supremacism, because the act of confinement is traumatizing in itself.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Ethics of Confinement,” 2020 Journal of Animal Rights
Research that restricts beings causes trauma, reflecting oppressive ideologies.
In simple terms: Confinement in research is harmful.
Key Takeaway
Avoid restrictive methods.
Themes
ethics
animal rights
psychology
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
advocacy
When to use this quote
- laboratory design
- field studies
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
trauma
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Is all confinement inherently oppressive?
- How can we balance scientific goals with welfare?
A Different Perspective
Some research requires containment for safety or feasibility.
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