Animal Quote by Ingrid Newkirk
“If that hideousness came here, it wouldn't be any more hideous for the animals — they are all bound for a ghastly death anyway. But it would wake up consumers... I openly hope that it comes here. It will bring economic harm only for those who profit from giving people heart attacks and giving animals a concentration camp-like existence. It would be good for animals, good for human health and good for the environment.”
About This Quote
The speaker hopes a harmful product arrives, believing it will harm profit‑driven industries, benefit animals, human health, and the environment, despite causing economic loss to some.
In simple terms: They wish a harmful product to arrive to harm profit‑driven harm and help animals, health, environment.
Key Takeaway
Support actions that protect animals and health over profit.
Themes
activism
environment
animal rights
Mood
urgent
determined
Type
activist
persuasive
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- public health
- environmental campaigns
Key Concepts
ethical consumerism
economic impact
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives can protect jobs while improving health?
- How can consumers drive ethical change?
A Different Perspective
Economic harm may affect vulnerable workers.
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