What’s wrong with effective altruism? With Martin Sandbu
The Economics Show
The Fallout from a Scandal
This chapter delves into the repercussions of Sam Bankman-Fried's fraud on the effective altruism movement, examining the emotional turmoil within the community. It raises critical questions about the ethical dilemmas posed by utilitarianism in the face of risk-taking and the justification of unethical behavior for perceived greater good.
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