For this one week event we will continue our investigation into the theory of liberal society by reading Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill (1806-1873). Seeking a practical criterion for ethical questions, Mill puts forth a moral theory based on minimizing negative consequences amongst a society. Designed as a practical solution to ethical problems in a democratic society, we will specifically discuss how Utilitarianism could or has worked in practice. Join us as we reflect on the values which make a portion of our own democratic society as we consider what the future may hold. I will be reading from this(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HV8HQFQ/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B08HV8HQFQ&pd_rd_w=lu6lH&content-id=amzn1.sym.8c2f9165-8e93-42a1-8313-73d3809141a2&pf_rd_p=8c2f9165-8e93-42a1-8313-73d3809141a2&pf_rd_r=B549C2G23VNTXBJYDBP1&pd_rd_wg=0ALIG&pd_rd_r=dfd3675d-0717-49d2-874e-8a61880b0267&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWw) version and a free copy can be found here(https://www.utilitarianism.com/jsmill-utilitarianism.pdf). We will read the entire book for this week (the font is quite large in the edition I linked) Ch.1-5 (p. 1-101). Participants should read the entire reading before attending this in person meeting. For questions please send me a message or post to meetup.
Best,
Brian
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Pier 57, 25 11th Avenue, New York, us
