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8.3 The Separateness of Persons Objection

8.3 The Separateness of Persons Objection

Update: 2023-07-11
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The idea that utilitarianism neglects the 'separateness of persons' has proven to be a widely influential objection. But it is one that is difficult to pin down. This article explores three candidate interpretations of the objection, and how utilitarians can respond to each.

The original text contained 21 footnotes which were omitted from this narration.

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First published:

January 29th, 2023



Source:

https://utilitarianism.net/objections-to-utilitarianism/separateness-of-persons


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8.3 The Separateness of Persons Objection

8.3 The Separateness of Persons Objection