Today in America, the extensive meat industry is sadly one of the most horrific, criminal, and corrupt industries ever to exist. It is driven entirely by power and money, and animal cruelty is very frequent, even regarded by most as common and necessary. The harsh methods used to breed and process the meat in America directly influences the way every person lives. The companies are not only unnecessarily barbaric towards the animals, but they create unsafe food that is sent all over the country to huge supermarkets as well as local businesses and schools. In order for change to ever occur, as many people as possible have to be educated about exactly how their food made it from a farm to their plate. Anyone with compassion for animals and common morals would benefit by learning about the meat industry and making an effort to change things for the better. If a human being has any realm of moral standards, they should want to find out as much as they can about the meat industry, especially as it influences fast food. America’s obsession with fast food is astronomical and still growing rapidly; consumers should care where their Big Macs and Whoppers are coming from. Most people will never be aware of just how horribly America treats its livestock nor have their eyes opened to the atrocious practices of the meat industry. The statistics are astonishing, and this information has the potential to influence every compassionate human being. If only America cared enough to learn how to change its ways for the better, then take that information and grow in to a better, kinder, and more efficient society. America’s practices can be so negatively compared to those of other countries whose methods are more sanitary and humane that it is surprising such a consumer-driven country is not in more of an uproar. The possibility of change is ever present and patiently waiting for the outspoken and well-informed to take a stand and make America a better place. Each person votes for the way they want their food to be treated and made three times a day: at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.