This book analyzes current ethical and scientific thinking about the morality of eating meat within an animal-rights framework, and re-evaluates perspectives on the moral status of animals. It will interest readers from academic disciplines including philosophy, animal studies, political science, and cultural studies.
The book delves into the global refugee crisis, examining the surge in asylum-seekers and the reluctance of North America and Europe to accept them. It highlights the efforts of Yale law students who fought for the rights of refugees at Guantánamo Bay, recounts a family's perilous escape from Iraq, and discusses the case of Ahmed Ressam, a would-be bomber with a refugee claim. Lamey critiques the violation of asylum rights while proposing a unique Canadian-inspired solution, offering an optimistic vision for enforcing refugee rights amidst a challenging landscape.