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#1004 Lawrence Anton - Antinatalism: Birth, Death, Consent, and Extinction

The Dissenter

CHAPTER

The Asymmetry Argument in Antinatalism

This chapter explores the intricacies of the asymmetry argument within antinatalism, contrasting the experiences of pleasure and pain for the living with the non-existence of others. It delves into the complexities of subjective perspectives on life, suffering, and the ethics of existence, raising questions about the implications of bringing new lives into a world fraught with challenges. The discussion includes the difficulties of communicating these ideas to those with differing life experiences and belief systems, particularly regarding the concepts of death and harm.

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