Articles in Animals

Manatees Are Better Than Us
Is a utopian pacifistic society possible? The lives of manatees show that it is possible to live without violence or the state.

Eating Endangered
Capitalism has given rise to a new monstrosity: the endangered fish that’s farmed for your table.

Let Us Praise and Honor Cats
They are wondrous in many ways.

Eating Animals
A former vegan explains how she developed a more “nuanced” view.

How the Animal Rights Movement Hurts Its Own Cause
If we ever want to win, we need to stop turning workers into enemies.

The Orwellian Language of the Animal Industry
Truthful lies, respectable murder.

Boycotting Animal Products as a Collective Act of Protest
Refusing to participate in the exploitation of animals is more than just a personal lifestyle choice.

Who Is Nature For?
Efforts to “preserve wild spaces” and “protect biodiversity” often show a curious lack of interest in the actual lives of animals.

Puppaganda: How Politicians Use Pets to Convince You of Their Humanity
For a politician in need of a popularity boost, an adorable dog or cat can make an effective distraction from policy.

Animals Don’t Need Words to Demand Respect
It’s great that some animals can communicate like we do, but that shouldn’t determine how we treat them.
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