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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

The meat industry loves to squeal that “the cost of bacon will rise” whenever it’s faced with pressure to change. 20, 2012 To the Editor: Blake Hurst asserts that “production methods should not cause needless suffering,” but the position he takes does just that. Farm Animal Welfare, ASPCA New York, Feb.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

Animals raised for food suffer miserably. Irene Muschel New York, April 9, 2009 To the Editor: Nicholas D. After time in the Marines, I veered strongly away from eating creatures, thinking of their suffering. They deserve recognition and support for offering Americans an alternative to meat raised in confined spaces.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

As a parent of young children, I have much to worry about regarding what my children eat—a balanced, wholesome diet, free from antibiotics, hormones or bacteria. Niman gives us is to pay attention to the source of meat products and what our mothers always told us: clean your plate. What is greener than forage-fed meat?