Animal suffering is a moral issue from "summary" of Animal Liberation by Peter Singer
The idea that animal suffering is a moral issue is one that demands our attention. When we consider the pain and suffering experienced by animals in various industries such as factory farming, animal testing, and entertainment, it becomes clear that their welfare is a matter of ethical concern. These animals are capable of feeling pain and pleasure, just like us, and therefore their suffering should be taken seriously. The fact that animals are sentient beings with the capacity to experience pain and pleasure should lead us to reconsider our treatment of them. If we believe that it is wrong to cause unnecessary harm to other human beings, then we should extend that same consideration to animals. It is not enough to justify their suffering based on our own convenience or pleasure. We must recognize their inherent value as sentient beings and take responsibility for their well-being. Th...
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