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Would You Kill a Goat to Save a Tortoise? Morality, Science, and Animal Rights

Michael Shermer explores a profound moral dilemma on animal rights through the story of the Galápagos Islands, where invasive goats threaten native tortoises. The article examines how science and morality intersect, questioning who lives and who dies, and ultimately challenges readers to rethink humanity’s responsibility toward all sentient beings.

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