Decriminalization Of Meat

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The use of meat products is both justifiable and extremely argued against. It’s been justified by religious beliefs, health reasons, and just plainly that people like the way that meat taste. However, it has also been shot down by the reasons of animal cruelty, the taking of an animal’s life, and to promote sustainability. The cost of life and the rates of animals cruelty among farms is undeniable and is a growing concern among consumers and non-consumers alike. However, I believe that people should be allowed to continue to consume meat as they please, but under different circumstances. While I do like meat, I also refrained from eating too much because I’m well aware of the things that farmers do to the animals. I don’t like that animals

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