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All sentient beings should have at least one right—the right not to be treated as property

Gary L. Francione

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Gary L. Francione
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: May 24
Philosopher
Professor
University Teacher
New York
United States
Gary Lawrence Francione
Veganism
Sentient
Treated
Property
Beings
Compassion
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