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The Ethics of Quarantine: Sam Harris and Paul Bloom
1:27:42 - 1:37:51 (10:08)
Sam Harris and Paul Bloom discuss the ethical considerations surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, including the importance of supporting essential workers and those who are financially struggling, and the need for collective action to slow the spread of the disease.
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The speaker recognizes the ethical considerations behind supporting those who have lost their livelihoods and advocates for those in a stable financial position to offer support to those who are taking a hit to their economic well-being.
1:27:42 - 1:31:40 (03:57)
Summary
The speaker recognizes the ethical considerations behind supporting those who have lost their livelihoods and advocates for those in a stable financial position to offer support to those who are taking a hit to their economic well-being. However, he also acknowledges that this may not be possible for everyone and there are other essential workers who are unable to stay home during the pandemic.
ChapterThe Ethics of Quarantine: Sam Harris and Paul Bloom
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The US needs to collectively take up the responsibility of slowing the contagion over the next couple of months, through testing and contact tracing, in order to facilitate the return of the world and the economy to something like normal again.
1:31:40 - 1:35:15 (03:34)
Summary
The US needs to collectively take up the responsibility of slowing the contagion over the next couple of months, through testing and contact tracing, in order to facilitate the return of the world and the economy to something like normal again. This remains imperative to avoid the pendulum swing effect of trying to restart, then realizing the danger of contagion and again shutting down, a scenario that only prolongs the impact of the pandemic on the economy and the world at large.
ChapterThe Ethics of Quarantine: Sam Harris and Paul Bloom
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The simple act of asking "how can I help?"
1:35:15 - 1:37:51 (02:36)
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The simple act of asking "how can I help?" can make a big difference, even if it's just to show that you care. Pay attention to the people you already know and identify ways to offer assistance, especially during confusing and difficult times.