Looking back at the two protest examples of PETA and the Guerilla Girls, I can definitely say I had a more positive feeling about one more than the other. For me, the Gorilla Girls definitely has an advantage as far as strategy and overall appeal to the people.First off, my reaction to reading about PETA was mixed. I had a good idea of where they were coming from as far as the cruelty done to animals. No animal, I feel, should be tortured and killed in the manner that is practiced in many factories around the world. Not to mention the horrible conditions of those places. There are just better ways to go about getting your meat. I however disagree with their bold beliefs that a person who eats meat or wears material made from animals is careless and cruel. Who are you to judge people (that you don't even know) when everyone has different views and opinions about different issues? I eat meat but I have a respect for animals. I wouldn't harm or torture them, but I see nothing wrong in eating meat that has been packaged, processed and cooked for me. That's just life. There is a food chain, and I guess humans are at the top of it.
Either way, PETA and their supporters should have the respect to respect other people. It's good that you believe what you believe, but do not attack. One celebrity quote I read said 'anyone who wears fur is an a-hole'. That's pretty extreme.
In contrast to this, we have the Guerilla Girls. I felt this group was definitely less hostile and preachy. They do have their strong beliefs, but they present them in a way that is not as demanding. They are not trying to tell you what to do. I liked how this group presented facts and figures. Its effective because they are indisputable. Looking at the billboards and posters, I was interested in what they had to say. There was a nice humor present in alot of them which kept my attention and eased my initial skepticism. The 'anatomically correct' oscar idea was great to me. They were basically just giving you the truth, but in a comical way. Guerilla Girls understand the idea of logic and reasoning more than PETA. They don't make claims about the Queen eating her subjects, or dogs not being interested in voting. Also, I liked how this group wasn't just about feminism, but also race. It really reaches a broader audience this way.
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Hey Jeromy,
I definitely think that you and I see eye to eye on this. I couldn't agree with you more when you talk about the respect and concern you have for animals while at the same time recognize a food chain and that justifies your eating of meat. I think your post was carefully crafted and is on point with how I feel!
I strongly agree with you that I do not think that animals should be treated cruelly, but we are justified in eating meat. We are not cruel because of it.
I agree with you on your view point about cruelty of animals. You put it in perspective that there is a food chain and we are at the top. Great way to put it in laymen terms.
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