However, many of the suggestions seem almost karma-based, where Mother Nature will react if we disrespect her. Also, like I said, I agree with most of the arguments here. It's quite disturbing to see actual images of farm overcrowding. Unfortunately, our society is heavily driven by statistics or numbers, just as the author described, and it can be difficult to impose an opposing philosophy in our justice system. America stands firm for its freedom, even despite times when it loses control. So we can't really recognize some of these religious beliefs. However, we can try to compare the negative aspects. Cruelty to animals can get quite extreme, so this should be the first thing that needs to be stopped. In general, however, we cannot say that we are disrespecting nature