All of us in society are supposed to believe that cruelty to animals is wrong and that it is a good thing to prevent needless suffering. So if that is true, how can meat be acceptable under any but the most extraordinary circumstances, such as perhaps roasting the bird who died flying into a window?

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This quote questions the societal belief that cruelty towards animals is wrong and unnecessary suffering should be prevented. It highlights the contradiction of this belief when it comes to consuming meat. The quote suggests that unless there are exceptional circumstances, like making use of an animal that died accidentally, there seems to be a discrepancy between our values and the acceptance of eating meat obtained through cruelty and slaughter. It prompts us to reevaluate our ethical stance on consuming animal products in light of the inconsistency presented.

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