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Episode 9: Utilitarian Ethics: What Should We Do?

The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast

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What Is Utilitarianism?

Mill's conception of utilitarianism is tied to the idea of being a social animal, having a natural sentiment to be in unity with others and a conscience. If you cultivate those correctly, people will naturally do the right thing according to Mill. But for aristotle, it's for you, the individualis not for the greatest number,. That's conceivablycy start rit the human being. And the pleasure of the masses could be absolutely antithetical to your well being and your greatness.

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