Erik Hoel on Effective Altruism, Utilitarianism, and the Repugnant Conclusion
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The Moral Dilemma of Economic calculus in Free Trade Policies
This chapter critiques the moral underpinnings of economic policies like NAFTA, focusing on their detrimental effects on displaced workers in a small Illinois town. It argues against the prevailing economist view that prioritizes monetary gains over the dignity and responsibility associated with work.
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