We have confirmed that Greta Thunberg was unaware that the outfit she was photographed in was made of real animal wool. We were sure that as a vegan and an environmentalist, she would not have worn it had she known. The wool industry is based on exploitation, so it’s not surprising that it has attempted to exploit Greta’s Vogue Scandinavia shoot to promote its bloody and environmentally destructive business. The woolly bullies—who are using this mistake as a selling point—shouldn’t be surprised if they hear from Greta’s lawyers.
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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?” READ MORE
— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind
