animal - ˈanɪm(ə)l/
noun
a living organism which feeds on organic matter, typically having specialized sense organs and nervous system and able to respond rapidly to stimuli.
vegan
ˈviːɡ(ə)n/
noun
a person who does not eat or use animal products.
Can someone please explain to me where veganism ends and microbial life begins? I fail to see the difference, and thus all vegans (who signed this ridiculous petition) are hypocrites.