Eugine_Nier comments on Optimal Philanthropy for Human Beings - Less Wrong
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I have seen a similar idea, presented in a much more cynical form. Essentially arguing that people give to charity because it makes them feel less bad about doing bad things during the rest of their day.
Cynicism has its place alongside cautious optimism.