Jeremy Bentham
British philosopher associated with utilitarianism, where 'utility is everything,' focusing on benefits over spiritual concerns.
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Tim Ferriss
18th-century English philosopher who invented utilitarianism, described as a 'true weirdo' and proto-feminist. Michael Schur would want to have drinks with him.
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Sam Harris
Utilitarian philosopher who argued for deterrence as the primary purpose of punishment.
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Sam Harris
Philosopher often credited with originating utilitarianism.
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British philosopher associated with utilitarianism, where 'utility is everything,' focusing on benefits over spiritual concerns.
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Chris Williamson
The utilitarian philosopher credited with coining the term 'panopticon', which is used to describe the constant surveillance in modern social media.
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Associated with utilitarianism, his philosophy posits that actions are right if they are useful and give pleasure, contributing to the concept of liberty as the pursuit of making and spending money.