Peter Singer on Utilitarianism, Influence, and Controversial Ideas
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Navigating the Ethics of Utilitarianism
This chapter explores the intricacies of utilitarianism as a moral framework, emphasizing the need for rules and principles when uncertainty prevails. It discusses ethical dilemmas in modern technology, such as driverless cars, and the implications of sentience and suffering in both human and non-human contexts. The conversation also addresses the challenges of measuring ethical behavior while considering the impacts of secularism on family planning and population growth.
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