I think I became an animal rights activist for two reasons. One is that my best friend, the one that has lived with me and loved me the longest... is my dog Al Finney. Someone told me once that animals don't have hearts and souls...Well ,if that is true, then I have loved and been madly loved, and comforted by a stuffed animal for the last 15 years.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She argues that animals deserve rights because she feels deep emotional bonds with her pet.
- In plain terms
- Her love for her dog proves animals have hearts and souls.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal bonds with animals validate their emotional worth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What bond do you have with animals?
- Why do animals deserve rights?
Another view
Personal affection does not necessarily prove metaphysical claims.
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