Ingrid Newkirk, the president and founder of PETA, expressed in a recent interview that she believes the organization did not go far enough in its efforts for animal rights. PETA, known for its controversial tactics, has gained both widespread support and criticism for its actions, which have included high-profile stunts like throwing blood on fur-wearing models and chaining themselves to store fronts.

Newkirk co-founded PETA in 1980 and played a key role in the widely-publicized “Silver Springs monkey case,” which thrust the organization into the spotlight. Despite facing backlash for its tactics and high rates of animal euthanasia, PETA continues to push for animal rights through media-focused campaigns and high-profile actions that aim to shock and inform the public about the realities of animal cruelty.