Originally Posted By: Ira L
Originally Posted By: grelber
René Descartes was wrong.

Perhaps only where his great pickup line is concerned: "I think, therefore I am."

Since the discussion relates to animals ...
Descartes believed (as did many in his time) inter alia that non-human animals were neither sentient or conscious. Ergo, as a "speciesist" he was wrong.

Do read the Halberstadt article (at least) for further insights.