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#412 - Better Things & Better People

Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content

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Wealth, Morality, and Altruism

This chapter explores the complexities of wealth accumulation in the nonprofit sector and the societal perceptions of moral entrepreneurship. It contrasts the societal hypocrisy surrounding wealth in entertainment with the criticism of charitable success, while also discussing the perceived value of jobs in various sectors. The chapter advocates for a broader, more aspirational approach to giving and critiques existing effective altruism norms, drawing historical parallels with the Quakers' radical efforts in the abolitionist movement.

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