
The Greater Good?
TED Radio Hour
The Value of Human Life: A Difficult Calculation
This chapter explores the intricate challenges of assessing human life through a utilitarian lens, focusing on government calculations of life value in various contexts. It critiques the global disparities in life valuation, contrasting approaches in wealthier and poorer nations regarding road safety and life-saving measures.
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