
The Socialist Case for Longtermism
“Longtermism” is often associated with billionaire philanthropy. But this idea in vogue among effective altruists is perfectly compatible with a socialist worldview.
Garrison Lovely is a freelance writer based in Brooklyn. He cofounded Cornell’s Prison Reform and Education Project. He hosts the podcast The Most Interesting People I Know.
“Longtermism” is often associated with billionaire philanthropy. But this idea in vogue among effective altruists is perfectly compatible with a socialist worldview.
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