I'd be hesitant to say that this is "obviously" about any particular thing, though maybe you know something I don't... The vegetarian stance is an interesting idea (btw, herbivore v. carnivore - "v." = omnivore), as is the Iraq war slant. It seems to me that specifics like this are usually reflections of the opinions of those doing the interpreting. My own personal interpretation is looser than those. I hear it as being about the general thoughtlessness and fear and anxiety that pervades human behavior. Which includes inhumane treatment of animals, and war, but also more mundane things like road rage, boring jobs, gossip... Ultimately, it seems hopeful and empowering. We're all trying to get along in the world.
I'd be hesitant to say that this is "obviously" about any particular thing, though maybe you know something I don't... The vegetarian stance is an interesting idea (btw, herbivore v. carnivore - "v." = omnivore), as is the Iraq war slant. It seems to me that specifics like this are usually reflections of the opinions of those doing the interpreting. My own personal interpretation is looser than those. I hear it as being about the general thoughtlessness and fear and anxiety that pervades human behavior. Which includes inhumane treatment of animals, and war, but also more mundane things like road rage, boring jobs, gossip... Ultimately, it seems hopeful and empowering. We're all trying to get along in the world.