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The distinction between meat and other animal products is total nonsense. Vegetarianism is a morally incoherent position. If you regard animals as members of the moral community, you really don’t have a choice but to go vegan.
Gary L. Francione
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Gary L. Francione
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: May 24
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Gary Lawrence Francione
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