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Global Warming

Animal Ethics

Global warming is an animal ethics issue. As the planet warms, fragile habitats that countless animal species depend on for survival will be destroyed. s per capita greenhouse gas emissions are twice that of Europe and nearly 8 times that of China. Take public transportation when possible.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

In an incredible juxtaposition to the fanfare of Barbaro, more than 100,000 horses were slaughtered last year in the United States and shipped to Europe and Japan for human consumption. Each one of these animals suffered extreme cruel and inhumane conditions in the transportation and slaughter process.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

The transport and subsequent slaughter of these animals is brutal. Every year, 100,000 horses are slaughtered at foreign-owned slaughterhouses in the United States to satisfy the palates of wealthy diners in Europe and Asia. Last September, the House voted 263 to 146 to pass this legislation.