Gary Yourofsky was a powerful, and somewhat controversial figure in the animal rights movement. In 2017, after 18 years of vegan activism, he retired due to fatigue (after giving over 2,600 lectures, his tank was on “empty”). Here is an interview with an Israeli reporter from 2013 where he doesn’t hold back, and his persuasive talents and extensive knowledge are on full display. Although he can be a bit extreme/puzzling at times, the animal rights movement needs his voice. Hopefully he can find a healthy, peaceful balance, and rejoin the cause someday soon.

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