Violence? Non-violence?

[finbarrio]

Here's an article by Michael Greger on the subject:

http://www.satyamag.com/mar04/greger.html

 

Thanks, K, good link. Interestingly, the only thing I disagree with is the title, particulary the words "Morality Aside". It implies that his argument may not be the most moralistic, but then counters that pointedly (IMO) by explaining how violence, property destruction, and the resulting bad press for the animal rights movement can result in MORE animals being killed. Education is a more effective tool than violence, and I'll go one further -- from my experience, a thoughtful, positive, engaging dialogue is MUCH more effective than a combative, accusatory one.

[offense74]

An inspiring story of non-violence:

John and the pig farmer.

What would have happened if he instead have stormed in the house and hurt the farmer and his children?

[Kathryn]

An inspiring story of non-violence:

John and the pig farmer.

What would have happened if he instead have stormed in the house and hurt the farmer and his children?

 

I read about that in "The Food Revolution." I must say, John Robbins is much more accepting of others than I am. I can't say I could have been as nice to the farmer as he was (though I wouldn't have done him violence...I might have had quite violent thoughts about him, though!)