Against the Rules with Michael Lewis On Background: Effective Altruism Still Has Friends
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Jun 13, 2023 Gabriel Mukobi, a Stanford senior studying computer science, and aL Xin, a Harvard senior in statistics, are passionate leaders in effective altruism (EA). They explore the philosophy of EA, emphasizing data-driven approaches to altruism. The duo discusses the impact of Sam Bankman-Fried on the movement, the clash between immediate relief and long-term existential threats, and the personal sacrifices inherent in maximizing good. They tackle moral responsibilities and the evolution of their community in navigating ethics amidst global challenges.
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Effective Altruism
- Effective altruism (EA) argues that philanthropy should be data-driven.
- People should give based on evidence to maximize impact, not emotions.
EA: Framework and Community
- Effective altruism is a framework for maximizing positive impact with resources.
- It's also a community of people dedicated to doing good.
EA Overwhelm
- Some young people feel overwhelmed by the responsibility EA proposes.
- They struggle with changing their career paths for altruistic pursuits.
