Amazon Messed Up and The Internet’s Vegans Aren’t Happy

Veganism is slowly becoming a more and more prevalent feature in society.  Stores and restaurants catering to this dietary preference are popping up daily around the world and existing establishments continue to expand their reach to include those who follow a vegan lifestyle.  

People have a variety of reasons for doing so—health, animal welfare, even just that it’s becoming “cool.”  I’m not going to complain about anyone for their logic.  

I’m also going to go against the stereotype (in fact, most of us will surprise you) and make it clear in advance that I don’t condemn my omnivorous friends.  

What I will condemn is ignorance.  Not knowing is fine when you’re willing to get the answers.  It becomes an issue when others can get hurt.  

Some backstory:  I’m allergic to dairy products.  No, I’m not lactose intolerant.  I legitimately go into anaphylactic shock.  That’s a big portion of my veganism, personally.  

That’s why, when I saw this post in a Facebook group (Vegan Made Easy), I was absolutely furious.  

That last comment would be me.  How obvious is my anger?

I can handle the vegan jokes.  I can handle bringing my own food to a barbecue.  I cannot, however, handle people—particularly major companies—putting people in danger.  

Sure, “normal” vegans won’t die if they consume an animal product.  But an animal will.  And, chances are, said vegan will feel like s*** when they realize it.  

Many vegans make a point of not purchasing anything that harms or otherwise utilize animals or their byproducts.  This is outright lying to your customers.  

No, Amazon, “Vegan” is not short for “Vegetarian.”  It’s not a clever marketing strategy.  It’s deceit and it’s completely unacceptable.  

For future reference, let me quote Merriam-Webster for you: vegan:  (noun)  a person who does not eat any food that comes from animals and who often also does not use animal products (such as leather).  

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