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#137 – Andreas Mogensen on whether effective altruism is just for consequentialists

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Navigating Ethical Landscapes

This chapter examines the moral tensions between consequentialism and deontological ethics through thought experiments and philosophical debates. It discusses the complexities of ethical decision-making, especially in the context of effective altruism and obligations to aid others. The conversation highlights differing approaches to evaluating benefits and harms, culminating in a critique of the prevalent philosophical insights on charitable giving.

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