Freedom of speech, freedom of movement, freedom of thought. These three freedoms are what many people worldwide fight for on a daily basis. Most likely the first thing that comes to mind is human rights; however, there are more than just humans who deserve these freedoms. All beings around the globe should be able to live free and happy lives regardless of their species, but in this day and age, they do not. The freedom of all beings is also known as Animal Liberation.
All beings are equal in the sense that all deserve to live free lives. Even humans deserve freedom, though most likely do not realize it because they’ve become accustomed to their everyday lives; however, animals who can feel pain, happiness, and excitement do not have the same opportunities as humans. They are bought from pet stores and zoos, made to perform for humans, bred for their meat or skin, exploited for entertainment purposes such as racing or horse fights.
Animals who live in the wild experience this pain too. Animals must hunt other animals in order to survive, which can be difficult for anyone, even humans. They are also killed by poachers who wish to take their skin or tusks so that people may buy them. Animals do not choose to have these jobs just as humans don’t choose theirs.
