Effective Altruism and Rational Decision-Making

This chapter explores the principles and origins of effective altruism, highlighting its focus on resource optimization for the greater good. It contrasts effective altruism with rationalism, discussing their philosophies on ethics, global challenges, and technology, while emphasizing decision-making's moral complexities through practical examples. Additionally, the chapter addresses the importance of social dynamics and partiality in human relationships, underscoring the necessity of localized cooperation for societal functioning.