• Should animal crackers be banned?

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    The topic of banning animal crackers isn't about a serious ban, but rather a debate that touches on ethical considerations regarding the portrayal of animals.

    In a discussion on the , mentions that vegans have called for the banning of animal crackers because they believe these crackers make humans feel superior to animals. He finds this approach excessive, suggesting that it could undermine more serious animal rights efforts 1.

    In another context, discusses the redesign of the animal crackers box, initiated by pressure from PETA. This resulted in the animals being depicted as free-roaming rather than caged. Shapiro finds the controversy over this change both amusing and trivial, indicating a disparity in prioritization 2.

    In both cases, the ban or criticism is about symbolism and the portrayal of animals, not the actual cookies themselves.

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