What do you think about the vegan movement?
Question by Rudy: What do you think about the vegan movement?
I joined a club at my school which deals with worldwide fund raising and charities, but the group is also pro vegan.
They started talking about genetically modified foods, and I mentioned the salmon controversy of this week, and they went crazy, saying it was practically from the devil or something.
“It’s not good for humans! They only get fed corn” they exclaimed. I got scared because of how one sided it was, but should I stay in the club?
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13 Responses to What do you think about the vegan movement?
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raw91
November 5, 2012 at 10:45 pm
They shouldn’t worry about what I or anybody else eats. I don’t care what they eat!
Deer Hunter
November 5, 2012 at 10:47 pm
they sound a bit extreme to me. scary bunch.
Teri
November 5, 2012 at 11:24 pm
There is no “vegan movement.”
B
November 6, 2012 at 12:10 am
Health wise it’s very good for you. No need to get involed in moral issues.
tony1z
November 6, 2012 at 12:54 am
What “vegan movement”?
And I’m not seeing what the problem is.
snuggle wuggle
November 6, 2012 at 1:01 am
Yes, run. Next thing you’ll know, you’ll be burning down houses in the name of ALF/ELF whatever, and driving spikes into trees.
Otto
November 6, 2012 at 1:07 am
The movement? Beyond awesome.
SOME individuals? Too much.
I know that there are some vegans who can seem pushy and over the top but try not to be discouraged by it 🙂
Why So Serious?
November 6, 2012 at 1:35 am
Extremism in any situation is never a good thing…. though the premise of the group is a great idea, the forced, one-sided belief system that seems to be a not so underlying part of the group is not. I personally would voice my concerns to the group, if it falls on deaf ears then I would discontinue my affiliation.
Stephanie
November 6, 2012 at 2:19 am
I think that animals should simply be put out of harms way. What would you do if somebody came into your house and slaughtered you because they wanted to eat you????? Im pretty sure you would be too happy. Now think about the billions of animals everyday that are being slaughtered. That is just disgusting.
Mihir S
November 6, 2012 at 2:19 am
Ugh… I am vegan, but I hate this feeling I get where I have to describe myself as a “moderate vegan”. It’s become like a religion to some crazies out there. Please don’t let these people discourage you, or give you a bad impression of what us vegans are like. Most of us are nice people, it’s just that the crazy ones also happen to be the ones who leave the biggest impression on others. Just like religious fundamentalism…
Anyway, I think the vegan movement (if there is one) is great for our health, economy and environment, but the nutjobs it attracts and/or is run by – not so much. You should try doing some research on reasons for veganism, there are some pretty good arguments for it, even if people like those in your group take it too far. 🙂
ϻαƴѕεη ☮Ⓥ☮Ⓥ☮
November 6, 2012 at 2:23 am
That specific group in your school is typical of many so called “charitable” groups that hide their true intentions in order to solicit more funds. Most likely, that group was started by someone who fancies him/herself as an “animal rights activist”, a so called Messiah of the animals. That too is typical of what groups like PETA and it’s affiliates are trying desperately to create.
Ask the head of the group what charities have they contributed to so far and what events have they participated in? Chances are, all of them would be vegan oriented fund raisers and events. Ask them if the group can donate some money for a Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless, complete with turkey etc and see what their reactions are. Again, chances are they will be vehemently opposed to something like that.
If you are comfortable with what the group does, stay. If you aren’t, leave. There are always other charitable groups and organizations you can join that are more in line with your own principles whatever they may be.
exsft
November 6, 2012 at 2:57 am
Don’t be scared or intimidated. Vegans can be very passionate when discussing such issues. This probably happened because you initiated the topic (not blaming it on you though) and when given the opportunity to discuss such issues openly, it is a freeing feeling. I am newly vegetarian (3 months) and always feel self conscious about talking about animal rights, environmental issues, health issues in relation to vegetarianism because I feel that people get defensive. When you are sitting in a group of pro-vegans, they can let loose and talk about the issues that they are passionate about without being judged or holding back. Instead of being put off by it, I would suggest calmly asking them to explain or elaborate, and expressing interest. You will probably learn some interesting information!
Rachel
November 6, 2012 at 3:05 am