Gary Francione

Gary Francione is an American legal scholar and animal rights advocate known for promoting the idea that animals have inherent moral value and should not be used as property or for human benefit. He emphasizes that ethical treatment requires ending practices like factory farming, animal testing, and entertainment involving animals. Francione argues for a shift toward veganism and legal reforms that recognize animals’ rights, rather than simply improving their treatment within existing industries. His approach is rooted in the belief that animals deserve respect and moral consideration independent of their utility to humans.