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Evidence-Based Charity and Moral Psychology

The Michael Shermer Show

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Ethics and Philanthropy in Animal Welfare

This chapter explores the ethical challenges of animal welfare in factory farming and the responsibilities of meat consumption. It highlights the role of charitable organizations in reducing animal suffering and discusses the motivations behind philanthropic actions, particularly among billionaires. Additionally, it examines the balance between public and private assistance in addressing poverty and the impact of effective altruism on collective action.

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