Effective altruism and its blind spots
3 Quarks Daily, August 31, 2015
Abstract
Effective altruism, a growing social movement, seeks to maximize the effectiveness of altruism. By focusing on causes and organizations with the highest impact per dollar spent, effective altruists aim to create the greatest amount of good possible. However, the quest for efficiency may lead to supporting unjust systems and neglecting the fight against systemic inequality. – AI-generated abstract.
