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David Coman-Hidy on welfare vs abolitionism and promising strategies to help animals

How I Learned to Love Shrimp

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Challenges with absorbing newcomers in the animal rights movement

The animal rights movement faces barriers to attracting new members due to low salaries and the dominance of large organizations. There is a need to avoid glorifying sacrifice and martyrdom among activists and lower the bar for involvement. The movement should aim to make participation appealing, enjoyable, and meaningful to members, similar to how the NRA does. While there are positive reasons to join the movement, strategists need to focus on reducing anxiety and creating a more inclusive environment for newcomers.

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