Animal Quote by Peter Singer
“The animal liberation movement is saying that where animals and humans have similar interests - we might take the interest in avoiding physical pain as an example, for it is an interest that humans clearly share with other animals - those interests are to be counted equally, with no automatic discount just because one of the beings is not human.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Animal Liberation, 1975
Human and animal interests in avoiding pain should be weighed equally, rejecting species‑based discounting.
In simple terms: Pain avoidance interests are equal across species.
Key Takeaway
Treat animal suffering seriously.
Themes
animal rights
ethical equality
speciesism
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legislation
- dietary choices
- research ethics
- activism
Key Concepts
moral consideration
pain avoidance
rights theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies shift attitudes toward animal pain?
- What policies reflect equal interest?
A Different Perspective
Cultural norms often resist equal consideration.
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