“Once More, Without Feeling (Andreas Mogensen)” by Global Priorities Institute, Andreas_Mogensen

This is a link post. This paper was published as a GPI working paper in January 2025. Abstract I argue for a pluralist theory of moral standing, on which both welfare subjectivity and autonomy can confer moral status. I argue that autonomy doesn’t entail welfare subjectivity, but can ground moral standing in its absence. Although I highlight the existence of plausible views on which autonomy entails phenomenal consciousness, I primarily emphasize the need for philosophical debates about the relationship between phenomenal consciousness and moral standing to engage with neglected questions about the nature of autonomy and its possible links to consciousness, especially if we’re to face up to the ethical challenges future AI systems may pose. Introduction Some things matter morally in their own right and for their own sake. That includes you and me. We aren’t mere things. We merit concern and respect. If you prick us, not only [...] ---Outline:(00:17) Abstract(00:56) Introduction(04:37) Read the rest of the paperThe original text contained 2 footnotes which were omitted from this narration. --- First published: January 21st, 2025 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/qBvP3mFQoKJyRqkoN/once-more-without-feeling-andreas-mogensen --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO.