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403. The Elites Playing Hunger Games With Your Life - Jenny Kleeman
May 1, 2024
Journalist Jenny Kleeman discusses the 'price of life' globally, revealing insights on effective altruists like Elon Musk and Bill Gates. She delves into moral dilemmas, questioning whether they would save a child or a Picasso. The conversation challenges perceptions about elite philanthropy and the value of human life.
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- Effective altruism focuses on maximizing good through rational giving, raising ethical concerns about cost-effective solutions.
- The pricing of life-saving drugs like Zolgensma raises ethical questions and highlights profit-driven healthcare challenges.
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Effective Altruism and Philanthropy in Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley billionaires like Dustin Moskovitz follow the principles of effective altruism, aiming to maximize good in the world by saving as many lives as possible per dollar. This philosophy focuses on rational, data-driven giving rather than emotional attachment to specific causes. However, it raises concerns about ignoring human suffering for cost-effective solutions, posing ethical dilemmas in philanthropic decision-making.
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