Will MacAskill on Longtermism and What We Owe the Future

Sep 5, 2022 · 01:16:22

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Will MacAskill advocates for 'longtermism' and future generations.
Discusses the philosophy behind effective altruism.
Explores moral obligations to billions yet to be born.

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