What exactly is property?

What exactly is property?

This essay explores the nature of property from various philosophical, political, and economic perspectives, highlighting the historical debate between private and collective ownership. It argues that property is not a metaphysical connection between an object and a subject but rather the ability to dispose of a good for individual purposes. Additionally, it examines the justification of property in terms of survival, production, and voluntary agreements, emphasizing the role of the State in its defense. Concepts such as public property and resource distribution are questioned, concluding that property is an unavoidable condition of human life and that its elimination is essentially a transfer of rights rather than a true disappearance. Continue reading What exactly is property?

The fallacy of poverty and the utilitarian justification of freedom

The fallacy of poverty and the utilitarian justification of freedom

The essay explores the justification of political-socioeconomic systems from individualist and collectivist perspectives. It examines the dilemma of wealth distribution and how different philosophies, such as capitalism and socialism, address poverty and general well-being. The argument is made that individual freedom, along with the ability to achieve high states of reward, is key to prosperity and poverty eradication. Limiting freedom to combat poverty is seen as a mistake that has historically led to adverse outcomes. Ultimately, the essay emphasizes that the true solution to poverty lies in a system that enables individuals to develop their capacities and generate wealth without coercion. Continue reading The fallacy of poverty and the utilitarian justification of freedom

A vision about ethics and morality based on science. Some reflections.

A vision about ethics and morality based on science. Some reflections.

Sam Harris’ book The Moral Landscape argues that morality should be based on the well-being of conscious beings and that science can objectively determine which actions contribute to this well-being. Harris rejects moral relativism and claims that we already know enough about the brain and its relationship with the world to identify correct answers regarding morality. However, criticisms from philosophical objectivism argue that happiness is not the standard of morality but its consequence and that rational values are the true ethical foundation. The essay suggests that reward, rather than mere happiness, is the fundamental criterion of morality, highlighting self-esteem as the central axis of human well-being. Additionally, it discusses how morality could apply even to artificial intelligences with reward patterns, regardless of their subjective consciousness. Continue reading A vision about ethics and morality based on science. Some reflections.

The real bias is moral – Artificial Intelligence

The real bias is moral – Artificial Intelligence

This article reflects on the concept of moral bias in discussions about artificial intelligence, specifically in relation to Thomas Metzinger’s essay on “Benevolent Artificial Anti-Natalism.” It questions whether a superintelligence would prioritize eliminating human suffering over maximizing well-being, arguing that this hierarchy reflects a cultural bias rather than a universal truth. Furthermore, it challenges the prevailing view of AI as a tool for solving human problems without considering its potential autonomy and free will, prompting a rethinking of our ethical expectations regarding these emerging technologies. Continue reading The real bias is moral – Artificial Intelligence