Quote by C.S. Lewis

If we cut up beasts simply because they cannot prevent us and because we are backing our own side in the struggle for existence, it is only logical to cut up imbeciles, criminals, enemies, or capitalists for the same reasons.

If we cut up beasts simply because they cannot prevent us an

Summary

This quote suggests that if we justify killing animals solely because they are unable to defend themselves in the struggle for survival, then it would be equally logical to harm or eliminate those who cannot defend themselves in human society such as individuals with mental disabilities, criminals, enemies, or capitalists. It challenges the notion of using strength or power as the sole justification for inflicting harm or taking the lives of others, whether they are animals or human beings.

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Logic Enemies Animal Rights Animal Eugenics

By C.S. Lewis

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