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.”
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.
Recognize hidden harms in modern food systems.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- consumer choices
- policy advocacy
- farm reform
- personal diet
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can individuals influence large-scale food production?
- What policies could curb animal suffering?
Efforts to reduce suffering are often limited by economic and cultural inertia.