Feeling the pain

In 2019, animal rights activists won the first battle over foie gras in New York City, when the City Council passed a law banning it (Photo: Desiree Rios).

Letter to the editor in today's NY Times:

To the Editor:

Re “The War Over Foie Gras in New York City Rages On” (news article, Jan. 28):

Given the current understanding that animals feel pain and suffering much like humans, it’s sad that the New York elite have to gain “status” through the torture of ducks and geese in the making of foie gras. 

Surely they can buy more expensive Champagne, watches, clothing and cars to show off.

Michael Fasman

San Francisco