Gary Yourofsky Quote on the Victim Role of Animals

„The problem is that humans have victimized animals to such a degree that they are not even considered victims. They are not even considered at all. They are nothing; they don’t count; they don’t matter. They are commodities like TV sets and cell phones. We have actually turned animals into inanimate objects – sandwiches and shoes.“

Gary YourofskyGary Yourofsky explains how animals in our society are not recognized as victims but treated as commodities.
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Gary Yourofsky is an American animal rights activist and educator.

Gary Yourofsky highlights the lack of appreciation for animals in our society.


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Quote by Gary Yourofsky about animals being victimized and treated as commodities

Gary Yourofsky is an American animal rights activist, lecturer, and educator. Through his talks, he has significantly influenced the modern vegan movement. His work focuses on raising awareness about animal rights and promoting veganism.

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