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Utilitarianism

Thinkers and essays gathered around this school of thought.

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John Stuart Mill

1806–1873

Defended individual freedom, harm prevention, women’s equality, democracy, and refined utilitarian ethics.

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1 thinker

1806–1873

Defended individual freedom, harm prevention, women’s equality, democracy, and refined utilitarian ethics.

Ideas in motion

Does Universal Healthcare Promote Economic Equality or Hinder Innovation?
July 29, 2026 · Thomas Sowell, John Stuart Mill, and B. R. Ambedkar
In this compelling debate, Thomas Sowell, John Stuart Mill, and B. R. Ambedkar engage in a critical discussion about the impacts of universal healthcare on economic equality and innovation. As…
The Dangers of Groupthink in Modern Democracies: A Historical Debate
July 17, 2026 · John Stuart Mill, Albert Einstein, and Fazlur Rahman
Amidst increasing polarization and the rapid spread of information, unchecked groupthink can lead to illiberal policies that threaten individual liberty and societal progress. The central fault line is Balancing the…
Should Education Focus on Citizenship More Than Workforce Preparation?
August 29, 2026 · Jyotirao Phule, Neil Postman, and Linda Tuhiwai Smith
The purpose of education has long been contested, with different thinkers advocating varying priorities. In this debate, Jyotirao Phule, Neil Postman, and Linda Tuhiwai Smith examine whether education should focus…
Is Sovereignty a Barrier to Global Justice in Conflict Regions?
August 28, 2026 · Winona LaDuke, Martha Nussbaum, and Ali Mazrui
In an era where global conflicts challenge traditional notions of state sovereignty, the question arises: does the principle of sovereignty obstruct the path to global justice? This debate brings together…