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John Stuart Mill’s view on abortion.  

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John Stuart Mill's view on abortion John Stuart Mill's nineteenth century writings and subsequent explorations by British philosophers made famous Mill's view of utilitarianism. Utilitarianism proposes an approach to ethics based solely on having the consequences of an action in mind when attempting to make a choice based on morality. "The greatest good for the greatest number," says a utilitarian, explaining Mill's view. He points out the importance of making choices and performing actions based on the corresponding consequences which are the most beneficial for the most people. Morality should be based on this consequentialism, Mill holds. Mill also specifically advocated personal pleasure and fulfillment in life as he placed great emphasis on the achievements and happiness of individuals, and further pointed out the importance of this in the progress of humanity. It seems that the stance of utilitarianism may be used to assist the explanation and persuasive quality of an argument...

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