I am neither, but would have a heck of a time eating vegan. Vegetarian would be significantly easier for me as I love real dairy and eggs. As an enthusiastic cook, I just find vegan eating distressing. I briefly tried it to lower my cholesterol and it was a total no-go for me.

I also believe in treating animals kindly, so think decreasing meat and dairy consumption is the right thing to do. I am all for going back to the kinder ways of raising our animal friends. I would be quite willing to pay more for that, and eat meat and dairy in smaller quantities. My brother raises quite happy chickens. I like going more local for many things, when possible. It used to be easier.