Regan's Rights View

Regan's Rights View is a perspective in animal ethics that emphasizes respecting animals as individuals with inherent rights. He argues that animals are "subjects-of-a-life," meaning they have their own experiences, desires, and interests. Because of this, they deserve moral consideration and certain rights, such as the right not to be unjustly harmed or used as resources. Unlike views that see animals solely based on their utility to humans, Regan believes animals have intrinsic value, and respecting their rights is a moral obligation, similar to how we respect human rights.