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On "Compassion," "Nonviolence" and "Justice"

Animal Person

Both animal rights groups and animal welfare groups use "compassion" frequently. Compassion" has been so diluted that most people don't bat an eyelash at the idea of " compassionate carnivores." Because I've been thinking about the evolution of my own thinking--and languaging--regarding animal rights.

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Where Does Entertainment Begin and End?

Animal Person

Juluri's focus on animals used to entertain humans is intentional and speaks to the legal battle he refers to. But the ease with which we can tell our stories and post our videos must not render us incapable of moral judgment and decency. And finally, who is to decide when a video is entertaining versus informative?