1040 Elmwood Court, El Dorado Hills 95762, October 16, 2024. Susan Brenneman Editor of the Editorial Pages, Los Angeles Times, 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, CA 90245. Dear Ms. Brenneman: In his *Los Angeles Times* article, “A Change of Heart About Animals,” (September 3rd, 2003) Jeremy Rifkin argues that animals deserve more respect because they are more similar to humans than previously thought. Using examples like Koko the gorilla and New Caledonian crows, Rifkin demonstrates animals' intelligence and emotions. I agree with his position and propose that we take this further by implementing an Animal Bill of Rights to ensure that animals are treated ethically. After reading Jeremy Rifkin's article about how he tries to get people to change their point of view on how we treat …show more content…
Nevertheless, the fact that they can experience suffering does not go well, and indeed, is unkind. This issue is not about fish alone, but it is also how we use and abuse all other creatures. We all know that animals can feel pain and how they react to certain events, but we still treat animals this way. We should make tougher legislation in the industries that use animals and reassess choices by consumers, particularly on supporting the more humane and sustainable practice. This could also mean that people can come together as a group and make an Animal Bill of Rights to make sure that animals are treated with respect and if they are not there should be consequences. Demand stricter laws for the protection of animals. Stronger animal welfare laws and tougher penalties will translate into a reduction in cruelty cases.” (Ways to prevent Part 6). We can make a difference by engaging in peaceful protests, sensitizing people with new information on this subject. This could make a huge population of people change the way we treat not just pets, but all