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#137 – Andreas Mogensen on whether effective altruism is just for consequentialists

80,000 Hours Podcast

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This chapter explores the relationship between various ethical theories and the effective altruist movement, questioning the relevance of frameworks beyond consequentialism. It highlights the skepticism towards philosophical thought experiments involving large scales and underscores the need for clear reasoning in tackling significant ethical issues.

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