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Food Quote by Margaret Atwood

“What fiendishness went on in kitchens across the country, in the name of providing food!” quote by Margaret Atwood
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““What fiendishness went on in kitchens across the country, in the name of providing food!””

Margaret Atwood

About This Quote

Source Book: The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, 1985

Critiques the moral compromises made in food production under the guise of feeding people.

In simple terms: Food production can hide unethical practices.

Key Takeaway

Question the ethics of what you eat.

Themes

ethics food industry morality social critique

Mood

concerned critical

Type

social commentary ethical critique

When to use this quote

  • grocery shopping
  • restaurant dining
  • policy advocacy
  • activist campaigning

Key Concepts

capitalism environmental impact human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your diet reflect your values?
  • What alternatives exist to unethical food systems?
A Different Perspective

May overlook economic pressures on producers.

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