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“The recklessness with which we sacrifice our sense of decency to maximize profit in the factory farming process sets a pattern for cruelty to our own kind.” quote by Jonathan Kozol
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“The recklessness with which we sacrifice our sense of decency to maximize profit in the factory farming process sets a pattern for cruelty to our own kind.”

Jonathan Kozol

About This Quote

Source Book: The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan, 2006

Exploiting animals for profit creates cruelty that spreads to humans.

In simple terms: Profit‑driven cruelty harms animals and people alike.

Key Takeaway

Choose ethical consumption to break the cycle.

Themes

ethics animal welfare profit cruelty

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

activist philosophical

When to use this quote

  • food choices
  • consumer activism
  • policy advocacy

Key Concepts

Environmental ethics social justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What choices can you make to reduce cruelty?
  • How does animal welfare affect human society?
A Different Perspective

Economic pressures often outweigh ethical concerns.

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