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The Gray Area with Sean Illing

What do we owe animals?

Jan 5, 2023
In this engaging discussion, Martha Nussbaum, the Ernst Freund Distinguished Service Professor of Philosophy and Law at the University of Chicago, explores her groundbreaking book, Justice for Animals. She argues for a rethinking of how we treat non-human animals, critiquing traditional ethical frameworks like utilitarianism. Nussbaum emphasizes the need for a universal ethical language that recognizes individual animal needs and advocates for stronger legal protections, particularly for companion animals, while challenging conventional farming practices.
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