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Persuasive Essay On Factory Farming

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I am going to write a piece based on my opinion that factory farming of animals in the world is a growing problem. The purpose of this writing is to show awareness that there are still thousands of places in the world that take part in the heinous agricultural act for profit. My target audience is mainly young people that will shape the next generation. I have chosen to write about this opinion because i feel that all animals that are being used for food deserve to live happy and roam free. I will refer to stats and sources as well as my general knowledge.

Think about it, as you are sitting reading this right now millions of animals are suffering from being cramped and confined in disease ridden warehouses waiting for their inevitable slaughter to provide you with cheap fast food and processed meat. How many times do you eaten fast food while having little knowledge of how that slice of beef in your burger came to you. Let this …show more content…

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