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People are being forced to confront the realities. At the same time, we have an ever-growing understanding of the intelligence and emotional capacities of animals and an acceptance of the principle that animal cruelty is a moral problem.

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Wayne Pacelle
Age: 59
Born: 1965
Born: August 4
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