The discovery of horseflesh in a number of otherwise-labeled meat products in Europe is being described as a scandal…
John Sorenson
Professor of Sociology, Brock University; author; animal rights advocate.
John Sorenson is a professor in the sociology department at Brock University, where he teaches on animals and society, racism, and corporate globalization. Much of his research has been on war, nationalism, and refugees. His books include Culture of Prejudice: Arguments in Critical Social Science; Ghosts and Shadows: Construction of Identity and Community in an African Diaspora; Ethiopia: Struggles for History and Identity in the Horn of Africa; Disaster and Development in the Horn of Africa; and African Refugees. His current research concerns the exploitation of animals, representation of animals, and animal rights as a social justice movement. His most recent books are Ape (Reaktion Books) and About Canada: Animal Rights (Fernwood).
More Than Human
Tim Flach’s new book of animal photography is astonishing in its beauty, but raises troubling questions.
What Marineland Says About Us
Recent investigations into Marineland’s treatment of animals beg us to consider whether we should allow such institutions to exist at all.
The World’s Most Dangerous Idea?
Human exceptionalism suggests that animal rights advocacy poses risks to human well-being, but denying animals their rights might prove even more dangerous.
Tiger, Tiger, Burning Out
Wild tigers may be extinct within 12 years. Tens of thousands of species are endangered. It’s time we gave serious thought to how human activity is affecting wildlife.
The Grotesque Cost of Horsemeat
Canada’s horse-slaughter industry is growing fast and to the discredit of our country.
Lady Gaga’s Meat Dress
She may mean well, but Gaga’s rare brand of activism does nothing to advance human rights.
Animal Cruelty and Moral Inconsistency
Those who rightfully condemn animal abusers like Mary Bale should be equally outraged at those who torture and kill animals on farms, in labs, and in slaughterhouses every day.
Ban the Calgary Stampede
Canada should follow Catalonia’s example of ending bull fighting by reconsidering our own spectacles of animal abuse.
Canada: No Country for Animals
A new documentary will make Canadians ashamed of the animal welfare standards in our country, though it offers limited solutions.
