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Animal Quote by Michael Pollan

“For at the same time many people seem eager to extend the circle of our moral consideration to animals, in our factory farms and laboratories we are inflicting more suffering on more animals than at any time in history.” quote by Michael Pollan
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“For at the same time many people seem eager to extend the circle of our moral consideration to animals, in our factory farms and laboratories we are inflicting more suffering on more animals than at any time in history.”

Michael Pollan

About This Quote

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

Expanding moral concern to animals has increased suffering due to industrial practices.

In simple terms: More animals suffer because we care more but still exploit them.

Key Takeaway

Recognize hidden harms in modern food systems.

Themes

ethics animal rights industrial agriculture

Mood

concerned critical

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • consumer choices
  • policy advocacy
  • farm reform
  • personal diet
  • activism

Key Concepts

moral expansion consequentialism systemic harm

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can individuals influence large-scale food production?
  • What policies could curb animal suffering?
A Different Perspective

Efforts to reduce suffering are often limited by economic and cultural inertia.

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