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William Shakespeare

vegan vs meat eaters

Verily, 'tis a quandary of perplexing proportions, this vegan vs meat eaters debate! To consume, or not to consume, that is the question. Whether 'tis more noble in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous ethical considerations, or to take arms against a sea of dietary choices and by opposing, end them. Ah, but who can truly say? For the vegan's conviction is strong, that animals matter and that their suffering deserves to be avoided. The meat eater, however, is of the opinion that the sustenance provided by animals is essential to a healthy diet, and that the death of animals is simply a part of life that cannot be avoided. Alas, who can truly say which is right? 'Tis a quandary that will vex the minds of many a man and woman for years to come. But, if I may offer a bit of advice, methinks that if one is to choose a path, they must do so with consideration and care. For both the vegan and the meat eater can find solace in their chosen diet, so long as it is done with respect to the animals and to the environment.