Bentham on Pleasure
Talking Politics: HISTORY OF IDEAS
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The Dangers of Utilitarianism
Benthamite utilitarianism does also stand at the basis by a secureness route of modern economics. John Stuart Mill felt that there was a great danger in the positive case for utilitarianism. He said we should ask ourselves often, is this adding to the sum of human happiness? If you go around and through life, asking yourself always, is this good for utility? You'll miss the chance to lead a really fulfilling life.
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