David Benatar
David Benatar is a South African philosopher and the prominent advocate of anti-natalism, a philosophical position that argues against procreation. His book, 'Better Never to Have Been: The Harm of Coming into Existence' (2006), outlines his view that even a small amount of suffering outweighs the pleasures of existence, suggesting that the only way to ensure that beings do not suffer is to refrain from bringing them into existence. Benatar's ideas have sparked significant debate in ethical philosophy, particularly regarding issues of happiness, suffering, and the responsibilities of humanity towards future generations.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greece | 1 | 3.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 4,198 | $190,000 | 77$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 2,171 | $210,000 | 95$ |
| Totals | 2 | 15,245,287 | 6,369 | $400,000 | 172$ |
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New Zealand:
David Benatar is a lawyer representing Stephen Craig Campbell, advocating for his presumption of innocence.
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Greece:
David Benatar argues that the suffering of existence outweighs the happiness, suggesting that not having children is a way to prevent suffering.
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