Activity Quote by Sharon Gannon
“There are many activities that human beings have been doing "forever." We might argue from that perspective that eating meat should be allowed to continue. Men have been raping women for thousands of years; does that mean that it is normal and should be allowed to continue?”
About This Quote
Source Interview on ethics
Historical prevalence of an act does not justify its morality; tradition isn’t a moral defense.
In simple terms: Tradition ≠ morality.
Key Takeaway
Question norms, uphold ethical standards.
Themes
ethics
tradition
rights
Mood
critical
activist
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- animal rights
- gender violence
- human rights
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social justice
cultural critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices should be re‑examined?
- How can we change harmful traditions?
A Different Perspective
Historical practices can mask injustice.
