All 10 of the largest U.S. meat and dairy companies have lobbied against environmental and climate policies, resisting climate regulations, including rules on greenhouse gases and emissions reporting. This is according to a study by New York University, which examined the political influence of the 10 largest meat and dairy companies in the United States.
It's not patronising. It is just stating a fact.
https://www.andeal.org/vault/2440/web/JADA_VEG.pdf
the american dietetic association no longer exists. it's now the academy of nutrition and dietetics. this is no longer their position.
I know they've changed their name, but they've not changed their position.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27886704/
that position expired 2 years ago.
people need more than nutrients.
Like what? What do people need that they can't get from a vegan diet?
some people might be able to meet all their needs with a vegan diet. i would bet most people cannot.