Overall, MacFarquhar was an extraordinarily careful and in-depth researcher and writer. But a couple of things feel strange to me about the chapter.
Effective Altruism
Kid donations, 2020 and 2021
I told L that Jeff and I would give her $20 to donate as she chose at the end of December. We sat down and she listed her ideas, which were all about helping homeless people.
It’s ok to leave EA
Sometimes you need to get out.
You have more than one goal, and that’s fine
When I make a decision, it’s better if I’m clear about which goal I’m pursuing.
Layers of animal advocacy
I’ve been reading a lot about animal advocacy lately and thinking about layers of it. I’ve been vegetarian and nearly-vegan in the past but currently am doing nothing at all to help animals.