Utilitarianism series
In this series I defend a compatibilist interpretation of utilitarianism, which can be reconciled with all major moral theories. The final article includes a summary of the entire series, and links to all previous articles for readers who want a deeper analysis of certain aspects of utilitarianism. Below is a list including all the articles of the series, from last to first.
Ten values we can all live by
How insights from different moral philosophies can help us find common ground
Moral illusions
Why disagreements don’t prove morality is relative
Natural rights and moral desert
Why we should avoid unverifiable moral claims
A forgiving utilitarianism
Why utilitarianism is not as demanding as you may think
Utilitarianism is not unfair
Why exploiting minorities is not utilitarian
Pragmatic utilitarianism
Why some types of suffering deserve more attention than others
Rule utilitarianism
Should we ever break rules for the greater good?
The moral relevance of intentions
Why intentions are important even for utilitarians
Cultivating virtues is utilitarian
Virtues are traits that contribute to a better society
Are pain and pleasure all that matters?
What utilitarians mean when they promote pleasure over pain