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RICHARD LAYARD: the science of wellbeing

Lives Well Lived

CHAPTER

Utilitarianism: Bentham vs. Rawls

This chapter explores the ethical debates within utilitarianism, contrasting Bentham's and Rawls' views on prioritizing happiness for the least fortunate versus the majority. It delves into the complexities of measuring well-being, suffering, and the moral implications surrounding societal welfare and assisted dying.

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