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John Stuart Mill

English philosopher John Stuart Mill His social and political theories are practiced still. Utilitarianism thinking today - Is it always the most moral way?

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 5/1/2024 7:58:00 PM

Holy Smoky! 'John Stuart Mill!' I'm impressed! Let's see. Methinks he's 'On Liberty.' Only two words of the book I can remember...

Sally Eslinger

Date: 5/1/2024 7:53:00 AM

2. Gained some info & must say IMHO what’s best & moral/plus morale is often the hardest, most difficult,wrenching…

Sally Eslinger

Date: 5/1/2024 7:47:00 AM

Hmm…know naught of him. You have interested me. I will research. By what you wrote, i am sure id say no…

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 4/30/2024 2:19:00 PM

You’ve written a poem that is thought-provoking, creating conversation below.

Susan Ashley

Date: 4/30/2024 10:43:00 AM

Dear Andrea, your wonderful pen spills a beautifully expressed, thought-provoking poem. Congratulations for your win in Brian's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Ink Empress

Date: 4/30/2024 10:16:00 AM

Oh this is so interesting dear sweet andrea! You do these so well, and you always pick personalities that deserve more recognition. I didnt know this person but now i do and i love the flow of this. Congratulations on your win too, pleasure always reading your work

Duke Beaufort

Date: 4/30/2024 9:55:00 AM

Andrea, I like how you end with a great question. Apparently, utilitarianism means we should do what gives us pleasure and makes us happy. The question I have is how does this affect others and lead to a society that can last? It's a great question or set of questions that we could discuss for hours, days, months, or years. And you condensed it into 4 lines!

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 4/30/2024 2:17:00 PM

Like what you had to say about this, Duke. ~ Kim

Silent One

Date: 4/30/2024 9:02:00 AM

I had never heard of this man until your poem.. so thank you..

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/30/2024 8:37:00 AM

I have only one philosopher and that is God. Hugs xx

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 4/30/2024 7:19:00 AM

Dear Andrea, your poem really provokes profound contemplation on the enduring relevance of John Stuart Mill's philosophy. You challenge us to critically examine utilitarianism's moral implications in contemporary society, questioning its efficacy and ethical foundation. I love philosophy! - Blessings, Daniel