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The Gray Area with Sean Illing

Can effective altruism be redeemed?

Jan 23, 2023
Holden Karnofsky, co-founder of GiveWell and CEO of Open Philanthropy, dives into the troubled waters of effective altruism following the fallout from Sam Bankman-Fried's collapse. He discusses the ethical dilemmas in philanthropy and the moral complexities of utilitarianism. Karnofsky also emphasizes the need for a diverse worldview in funding initiatives and critiques the singular focus on maximizing good. He advocates for a broader moral discourse to ensure the integrity and future direction of the movement amidst rising scrutiny.
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