Erik Hoel on Effective Altruism, Utilitarianism, and the Repugnant Conclusion

Sep 26, 2022 · 01:17:01

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Erik Hoel critiques effective altruism and its utilitarian underpinnings.
Argues utilitarianism leads to 'repugnant conclusions'.
Questions the strong claims of effective altruism.

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