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“When we turn away from the reality of what we do to animals for our gustatory pleasure, we play a game of pretend, like the child who covers her eyes and thinks you can't see her. And yet, there she remains. Closing our eyes doesn't make violence disappear; it only closes our minds and hearts and enables the violence to continue.”

Quote by Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

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Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, born on March 8, 1970, is a renowned writer. She is known for her works on vegetarianism and animal rights, dedicated to promoting healthy and sustainable lifestyles. more

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