Free speech predicts animal protection better than national wealth
A country's commitment to animal welfare is more closely tied to its citizens' political freedoms and civic participation than to its economic prosperity.
While it is often assumed that only wealthy nations can afford to prioritize animal welfare, the strongest predictor of animal protection laws is actually the level of social freedom granted to humans. Research into national policy indicators shows that a country's commitment to animal rights is more dependent on its citizens' ability to speak freely and participate in government than on its gross domestic product.
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