
Can Effective Altruism really change the world?
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Introduction
A movement is growing in the world of philanthropy called Effective Altruism. It's partially inspired by a thought experiment in philosophy. Peter Singer argues that there is no moral difference between walking past a drowning child and spending money on luxury goods. In this analysis, I'll be explaining how this fictitious shallow pond is influencing an attempt to improve the world.
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