Utilitarianism

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Focusing on the evolution of utilitarianism, David Braybrooke reexamines Jeremy Bentham's foundational idea that social policies should be guided by statistical evidence. He critiques both rule-utilitarianism and act-utilitarianism, arguing that act-utilitarianism relies on rules for practical application. By proposing a census-based approach instead of the traditional hedonistic calculus, Braybrooke addresses criticisms of utilitarianism, particularly regarding life-sacrifices and happiness. His reinterpretation aligns with Bentham's vision while offering a more coherent framework for understanding happiness in social policies.