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The Case for Effective Altruism

The Next Big Idea

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Long-Term Thinking in an Uncertain Future

This chapter discusses the necessity of a long-termist approach to existential risks like climate change and artificial intelligence. It emphasizes proactive measures rather than reactive responses by learning from historical contexts, while also exploring the role of effective altruism and ethical decision-making in shaping the future. The narrative highlights the critical choices humanity faces now and their potential to lead to vastly different outcomes in the coming century.

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