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wedrifid comments on Open thread, September 2-8, 2013 - Less Wrong Discussion

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Comment author: [deleted] 05 September 2013 04:55:44PM 0 points [-]

LWers seem to be pretty concerned about reducing suffering by vegetarianism, charity, utilitarianism etc. which I completely don't understand. Can anybody explain to me what is the point of reducing suffering?

Thanks.

Comment author: wedrifid 08 September 2013 03:02:02AM 2 points [-]

LWers seem to be pretty concerned about reducing suffering by vegetarianism, charity, utilitarianism etc.

With respect to vegetarianism there are a couple of vocal advocates. Don't assume this applies to a majority. "Utilitarianism" is also considered outright ridiculous by many (in contrast to the principles of consequentialism, expected value maximising and altruistic values, which are generally popular.)