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Essay argues veganism is virtuous, not obligatory

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This essay argues that while veganism is a virtuous act, it is not a moral obligation. The author contends that arguments for obligatory veganism also support more extreme, impractical sacrifices. The piece distinguishes between obligatory actions and virtuous (supererogatory) acts, suggesting that the latter, while beneficial, are not mandatory. The author acknowledges the harms of factory farming and supports policy changes, but frames veganism as a commendable choice rather than a strict ethical requirement. AI

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RANK_REASON The cluster contains an opinion essay discussing the ethical considerations of veganism, not a factual report on a new development.

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Essay argues veganism is virtuous, not obligatory

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    Veganism is Virtuous but not Obligatory

    <h1><span>Veganism is Virtuous, but not Obligatory</span></h1><p><br /></p><p><b><span>Tl;dr:</span></b><span> Here, I argue that eating meat is morally acceptable. The central point is that every argument for abstaining from animal products being a moral obligation is also an ar…

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    Veganism is Virtuous, not Obligatory

    <h1><span>Veganism is Virtuous, but not Obligatory</span></h1><p><br /></p><p><b><span>Tl;dr:</span></b><span> Here, I argue that eating meat is morally acceptable. The central point is that every argument for abstaining from animal products being a moral obligation is also an ar…

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