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Longtermism is an increasingly influential branch of moral philosophy. At its most extreme, it can justify ignoring problems like homelessness and climate change – but other versions are available
One of world’s most headline-making billionaires has claimed that effective altruism “is a close match for my philosophy.” But his record seems choppy.
Effective altruism, often called ‘EA,’ is closely linked to utilitarian philosophy and calls for donors to carefully scrutinize whether their giving makes an impact.
(The Conversation) — How does the Tesla founder's record stack up?
Why would it be so bad if our species came to an end? It is a question that reveals our latent values and hidden fears...