The act of eating is a service.

[Patrick]

...In the hierarchy of defending the defenseless, where do you stand?

Interesting question. Is it at all possible to stand outside the hierarchy, any hierarchy for that matter?

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Many do not seem to be getting this. Humans have created an unnatural world. Does anyone really think Gaia has manifested air pollution, medical waste in the oceans, nuclear bombs?

This state of affairs is the result of our choices so far. I remain ever optimistic of our future. Technology has brought the possibility of more potent and more global catalysts. Still, it's what we choose to do with tech that has a desirable or undesirable effect on Gaia.

We could use tech for the betterment of all, including mother Gaia. In fact I would say this is what is happening, maybe not as fast as we would like, but I can glimpse it. IMHO tech is part of the process of switching from 3d to 4d in space/time.