2007-05-23 14:14:25 · 8 answers · asked by Soylent 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Yeah.IRELAND.
2007-05-23 15:19:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since utilitarianism determines whether a rule should be followed, and looks at what would happen if it was constantly followed. If adherence to the rule produces more happiness than otherwise, it is a rule that morally must be followed at all times. In other words -- BE HAPPY!! :)
Therefore, I am for a utilitarian stance!
2007-05-23 21:28:13 · answer #2 · answered by lostagain1701 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My universe is utilitarian. Things which do not interact do not exist. If they interact they have a use and purpose. We must use our reason to determine the best use for things, and the most useful course to follow.
2007-05-23 21:45:30 · answer #3 · answered by Fr. Al 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For, but with the qualification that what is "best" for the majority can't be gained if it *unduly* affects a minority. Nazi Germany would have claimed the Holocaust was "utilitarian" in that what it did was "best" for the majority Aryan race.
2007-05-23 21:26:44 · answer #4 · answered by Lobster 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe that societical institutions (school, government, etc.) should strive for utilitarian benefit, so long as they don't infring upon the rights of other. Contrarily, I believe that a man should work egoistically in personal matters.
2007-05-23 21:42:57 · answer #5 · answered by Jim W 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
On two accounts: I wish the best for everyone and the least bad for everyone.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Utilitarian
2007-05-23 21:23:09 · answer #6 · answered by Psyengine 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but I don't know if it would serve any purpose.
2007-05-23 21:26:49 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am.
2007-05-23 21:17:34 · answer #8 · answered by Who Yah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋