An Environmentalist’s Case for Beef

“…If you knew how meat was made, you’d probably lose your lunch. I know; I’m from cattle country, and that’s why I became a vegetarian. Meat stinks, and not just for animals but for human health and the environment.”

That was Alberta singer-songwriter k.d. lang, in a 1990 television spot for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. She grew up in Consort, a small farming town in the Special Areas of Alberta. Until lang bit the hand that fed her, her unique brand of cowboy punk had enjoyed a loyal following in Alberta ranch country. That ended abruptly.

Read Full Article>