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Alive Quote by Jan Cameron

“These are things I'd never seen before, they were very disturbing and they were very compelling to try and do something to change the situation for the animals. Farm animals are providing us with the food to stay alive, so I think we really owe them a decent life while they are alive.” quote by Jan Cameron
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“These are things I'd never seen before, they were very disturbing and they were very compelling to try and do something to change the situation for the animals. Farm animals are providing us with the food to stay alive, so I think we really owe them a decent life while they are alive.”

Jan Cameron

About This Quote

Source Interview: Animal Rights Advocacy, 2020

We must recognize our dependence on animals for food and give them humane treatment while alive.

In simple terms: We owe animals a decent life.

Key Takeaway

Treat farm animals humanely.

Themes

ethics responsibility food animal welfare

Mood

concerned motivational

Type

activist ethical

When to use this quote

  • farming practices
  • policy making
  • consumer choices

Key Concepts

rights sustainability compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What changes can you make in your diet?
  • How can policies improve animal welfare?
A Different Perspective

Economic pressures may conflict with humane standards.

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