Conundrum's video: Critique of Benatar s Asymmetry Argument for Antinatalism

A critique of Benatar's argument for antinatalism from the axiological asymmetry between harms and benefits. I present my criticism of the support Benatar gives for his asymmetry. This I follow with a criticism of the entire antinatalist argument. I end with a weaker version of the argument that is consistent with Benatar’s. Full text on my blog: https://figmentsofspeculation.wordpress.com/2021/07/03/critique-of-benatars-asymmetry-argument-for-antinatalism/ Connect with me to stay in touch: Twitter: https://twitter.com/WackyConundrum And check out my blog "Figments of Speculation": https://figmentsofspeculation.wordpress.com TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 00:54 The harm and benefit asymmetry 02:04 The critique 02:39 Questions regarding the 4 basic asymmetries 03:23 Are the basic asymmetries valid? 11:28 The scope of what the axiological asymmetry aims to explain 13:49 Missing support to reach antinatalist conclusion? 17:40 A weaker argument for the antinatalist position 19:45 Conclusion Links to pictures: https://drawingacademy.com/the-suffering-artist-worn-out-by-vincent-van-gogh https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/31877109838540334/ TAGS