How Desire Utilitarianism Compares to Other Ethical Theories
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The most plausible theory of ethics I’ve heard is desire utilitarianism [ebook pdf, mp3, FAQ].
I think it will be helpful if I explain where desire utilitarianism fits next to the other ethical theories, and why I think it fares better than the others. So, I recorded this 14-minute audio essay:
Desire Utilitarianism and Other Ethical Theories (2.5mb mp3)
The above graphic (click for full size) illustrates some of what I say in the audio essay.
One sentence summary: Desire utilitarianism is the only theory of moral realism based on reasons for action that actually exist.
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Excellent chart! Thanks for posting this. Anselm
In reality, no single religion could guarantee us a place in Heaven. In the end, what matters is how we a treat other people..”~ Sophia Wilson