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No Excuses for Sam Bankman-Fried

The Commentary Magazine Podcast

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Sam Bankman Freed Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison

The chapter discusses the sentencing of Sam Bankman Freed, head of Alameda Capital and a cryptocurrency exchange, to 25 years in prison for financial crimes. It delves into Sam's background, family dynamics, and the judge's concerns about his potential for future criminal behavior if released early. The conversation also critiques the effective altruism movement and its leaders, questioning the justification of using unethical means for altruistic ends.

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