Most people, especially activists, recognize their differences with others rather than what they have in common and that leads to frustration more than persuasion.

I've always thought it would be fun to have a vegan campaign aimed at gays called "Don't be a Dairy Queen."

Most people, especially activists, recognize their differences with others rather than what they have in common and that leads to frustration more than persuasion.

Back in the eighties, people thought a vegan was someone from Vegas. It's a different world now and I feel lucky to have been a part of the revolution, both for animal rights and gay rights.

Attitudes toward gays have shifted much like they have for animals. People have a hard time relating to those who are different and often strike out against them in ignorance. But society is really starting to wise up at last as more enlightened generations emerge.

Compassion for animals is something that every child has naturally but they are lured away from these instincts by society's nasty habits.

I've never dated anyone because they were vegetarian, just like I'm gay but don't only go to gay bars. I hang out with people because they are fun, smart, and kind, and if they happen to be veg I'm thrilled.