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Episode #208 ... The moral evolution of a philosopher. (Peter Singer)

Philosophize This!

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From Preference Utilitarianism to Objective Morality

This chapter examines the philosophical journey of a thinker influenced by R. M. Hare's prescriptivist preference utilitarianism, highlighting the shift towards objective morality. It emphasizes the importance of empathy, rationality in moral judgments, and the pursuit of universal happiness for all sentient beings.

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