Commentsalexbenjalbert (54)in philosophy • 8 years agoRE: In defence of meat: Reflections on society, ethics, experience, and current scientific knowledge – Part IIThanks! That was a great read.alexbenjalbert (54)in utilitarianism • 8 years agoRE: Utilitarianism - a logic based moralityMany thanks for posting this summary. I should have taken the time to do my research more in depth, but I am not surprised that groups like PETA have co-opted a reasonable point of view and…alexbenjalbert (54)in utilitarianism • 8 years agoRE: Utilitarianism - a logic based moralityohhh tell me about it. It's really quite disturbing to see how engineers became seriously disconnected from animal scientists, and didn't design facilities AT ALL with animals in mind. That is…alexbenjalbert (54)in philosophy • 8 years agoRE: In defence of meat: Reflections on society, ethics, experience, and current scientific knowledge – Part IIPart of what I described in my post would explain this. As far as we know, animals get some enjoyment out of basic behaviors, but they don't produce meaning in life for themselves. There are…alexbenjalbert (54)in philosophy • 8 years agoRE: In defence of meat: Reflections on society, ethics, experience, and current scientific knowledge – Part II@aaanderson: I did write up a post on greenhouse gas emissions, and how they are not the entire story. It's not a comprehensive treatment of the subject, but presents some points which I think…alexbenjalbert (54)in philosophy • 8 years agoRE: In defence of meat: Reflections on society, ethics, experience, and current scientific knowledge – Part IIThanks for pointing that out, @stevescoins. I was unaware that Bentham didn't focus on animals, since I've always heard his ideas referenced in regards to animal rights. I appreciate the…alexbenjalbert (54)in philosophy • 8 years agoRE: In defence of meat: Reflections on society, ethics, experience, and current scientific knowledge – Part IIAs I said in my article, I am not highly versed in philosophy, so I wouldn't know to which extent it has been distorted to fit the narrative of these groups. Perhaps it's because of my background in…alexbenjalbert (54)in philosophy • 8 years agoRE: In defence of meat: Reflections on society, ethics, experience, and current scientific knowledge – Part II@finpunk: Thanks for your comment. As a veterinary student, one of my career goals is to increase welfare as much as I can on my client's farms. Modern agriculture receives a lot of bad press, but I…alexbenjalbert (54)in life • 8 years agoRE: Mansplaining: Thoughts on it from a man.I can understand those feelings. I am more of a conservative on the political spectrum, and wouldn't quite identify as a progressive, so our experience, I think, could be different. Regardless, I do…alexbenjalbert (54)in life • 8 years agoRE: Mansplaining: Thoughts on it from a man."Now it feels as if it's a method to demonise men in order to achieve gains for women." It doesn't feel as if it's a method to demonise men. It HAS become a method to demonise men and only seek…alexbenjalbert (54)in philosophy • 8 years agoRE: In defence of meat: Reflections on society, ethics, experience, and current scientific knowledge – Part II agree. I find mainstream media to be a huge barrier to information on many issues. The days of journalistic integrity are unfortunately long gone.alexbenjalbert (54)in philosophy • 8 years agoRE: In defence of meat: Reflections on society, ethics, experience, and current scientific knowledge – Part IThanks! We will see if my writing remains clear once I start talking about real philosophy...alexbenjalbert (54)in politics • 8 years agoRE: I Work in a Gun Store. Here's What I Wish People Knew About American Gun CultureAs a Canadian, I always question my American friend's aversion to firearms. Considering the obesity problem in America, you have a much higher chance of dying from heart disease than you ever would…alexbenjalbert (54)in steemit • 8 years agoRE: Picture ProblemsThank you so much @fubar-bdhr! That did solve my problem.alexbenjalbert (54)in feminism • 8 years agoRE: (LANGUAGE WARNING) - Is Feminism a "Man-Made" Conspiracy?@razvanelulmarin: I agree with you. If men and women put more effort into complementing and trying to understand and help each other, rather than trying to compete with and one-up each other, we…alexbenjalbert (54)in feminism • 8 years agoRE: (LANGUAGE WARNING) - Is Feminism a "Man-Made" Conspiracy?This is also another informative article which showcases why university aged men in Canada are becoming less and less supportive of the feminist movement. As is evidenced by many student unions, it…alexbenjalbert (54)in feminism • 8 years agoRE: (LANGUAGE WARNING) - Is Feminism a "Man-Made" Conspiracy?Femsplain: v., informal. To tell a man he has no right to hold an opinion, even less to express it, because, gender equality and equal rights for all. Generally includes some cliché phrase like "not…alexbenjalbert (54)in academia • 8 years agoRE: Has Political Correctness Gone too Far?Interesting. That is a good point I had never considered!alexbenjalbert (54)in academia • 8 years agoRE: Has Political Correctness Gone too Far?Yes, I would agree that it is a generalized problem in the West. Unfortunately not many places are free from this corruption of academia anymore.alexbenjalbert (54)in food • 8 years agoRE: Synthetic Meat: The Vegetarian/Vegan’s Dilemma@playerdeus: Those are excellent points, and I agree with them. We need more research on how diets affect inflammation in farm animals, and if it affects the humans that consume them. And I also…
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