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[-] LovableSidekick@lemmy.world 0 points 2 years ago

That's fine, but this organization isn't the same as saying "vegans" any more than the Catholic Church is the same as saying "Catholics". The church disapproves of birth control, extramarital sex and a lot of other things Catholics commonly do. I'm sure there are endless debates about whether individual vegans are vegan enough.

[-] Sunshine@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Using animal products is not vegan.

Edit:

The comparison doesn’t apply here as using honey goes against the very definition of veganism.

”Veganism is a philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude—as far as is possible and practicable—all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose; and by extension, promotes the development and use of animal-free alternatives for the benefit of animals, humans and the environment. In dietary terms it denotes the practice of dispensing with all products derived wholly or partly from animals."

Source: https://www.vegansociety.com/go-vegan/definition-veganism

[-] LovableSidekick@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Following the pope's dictums is the very definition of Catholicism. As a former Catholic myself, the comparison seems entirely apt. Clearly we disagree. Continuing to just say "No U!" seems like the kind of pointless waste of time that belongs on reddit.

[-] Sunshine@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 years ago

Anyone who claims they’re vegan when they’re consuming honey is lying.

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