The solution to ecological problems around the world lies within women's rights. I found this to be one of the most compelling and true statements in the reading. There was much to learn from Annika's presentation about Niger. Having one of the highest infant mortality rates in the world, alongside a life expectancy of 44, does not leave much room for dreaming about growing old together! I was also surprised that the general consensus there, is to have a large a family as possible. The idea being that some population growth may lead to increased, rather than decreased resources. 

Peter Singer certainly made his way through his response to the critique of his work! It must be a frustrating part of creating academic works to be reviewed by others, and feel you have been misunderstood. He made the point that humans have the mental capacity that could allow them to suffer more in certain situations, compared to an animal in the same position. He also had very strong views, that morally, if you are able to stop something bad from happening, without harm (morally), then you should; I agree. One of his basic ideas was that there should be equality to all non-human animals. It seems difficult there would be equality amongst all animals, however, I fully agree with the lack of suffering. I accept some animals will be used as a food source, though I would never wish any living thing to suffer! The author also had some very strong sediments about passive Americans, not even reacting to the idea of millions of people starving, when we have the resources to make all the difference.