The AskPhilosophers logo.

Children

Could having children be considered forcing life upon somebody who never asked for it?
Accepted:
July 18, 2013

Comments

Thomas Pogge
July 21, 2013 (changed July 21, 2013) Permalink

Yes, it could. Two philosophers who have written in this vein are Seana Shiffrin and David Benatar. You can find at quick introduction to this debate (along with additional literature) at http://theviewfromhell.blogspot.com.au/2008/08/is-coming-into-existence-agent-neutral.html.

  • Log in to post comments
Source URL: https://askphilosophers.org/question/5263
© 2005-2025 AskPhilosophers.org