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Reasoned Politics Paperback – February 25, 2022

by Magnus Vinding (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 11 ratings
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How can we do politics better?

In Reasoned Politics, Magnus Vinding lays out a path toward politics based on ethical reasoning and empirical evidence. He argues that a better approach to politics is both conceivable and realistic. Modern discoveries in political psychology hint at new, improved norms for political discourse and cooperation, while also pointing to concrete ways in which such improvements can gradually be realized.

Having outlined a general framework for reasoned politics, Vinding proceeds to apply this framework to real-world policy issues. Based on an ethical foundation that takes the suffering of all sentient beings into account, he explores various lines of evidence to infer which policies seem most helpful for alleviating severe suffering.

“We missed it, now we have it. The Magnum Opus for a Reasoned Politics for all, humans and animals alike. I heartily recommend it to anyone who is interested in a rational approach to politics.”
— Sabine Brels, international animal lawyer, author of Le droit du bien-être animal dans le monde

“Vinding’s book illuminates the moral and empirical thinking that should guide our politics. It is clear, compelling, and urgently needed. I know of no other book like it. Political theorists should take a break from what they are doing and read Reasoned Politics.”
— Jamie Mayerfeld, professor of political science at the University of Washington, author of Suffering and Moral Responsibility and The Promise of Human Rights

“In a time of heated political debate, Magnus Vinding provides a strong case for pursuing reason in politics, while cautioning us about the dangers of giving up on it. Vinding practices what he preaches — the book engages with relevant research from different areas to make its case in a reasoned way. It combines a wide-ranging view with topical applications. Even if not agreeing on every topic, the reader will come out enlightened.”
— Tiago Ribeiro Dos Santos, author of Why Not Parliamentarism?

“A compelling case for a new kind of politics. Politics shouldn’t be conducted in the interests of any one ethnic group or species, but instead to promote the interests of all sentient beings. The text combines a masterly command of the academic literature with a minimum of scholarly clutter. Vinding’s plea for an alliance of reason and compassion deserves the widest possible audience. Highly recommended.”
— David Pearce, author of The Hedonistic Imperative and Can Biotechnology Abolish Suffering?

“Magnus Vinding’s extensively researched and lucidly written work is a welcome antidote to the bold claims and strong opinions that permeate politics and activism. He carefully proposes aims and approaches that may inch us towards a world with less intense suffering of all sentient beings, based on empirical findings from sociology, psychology and other fields. A must-read for any changemaker concerned about how to reduce suffering over the long term.”
— Jonathan Leighton, founder of the Organisation for the Prevention of Intense Suffering, author of The Battle for Compassion: Ethics in an Apathetic Universe
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    February 25, 2022
  4. Dimensions
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  5. ISBN-13
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09TDSFY1H
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (February 25, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 326 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8790853319
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.06 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.82 x 9 inches
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Magnus Vinding is the author of Suffering-Focused Ethics (2020) and Reasoned Politics (2022).

He received a degree in mathematics from the University of Copenhagen and is co-founder of the Center for Reducing Suffering.

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  • Phoenix Huber
    5.0 out of 5 stars Made me hopeful and clear about how politics can improve!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2022
    After how much I loved Suffering-Focused Ethics, Magnus Vinding’s books keep getting better! I cannot say enough good things about this book and how much I appreciate what it has taught me.

    First of all, I have often lamented the broken state of our politics. I resonate with what effective altruists say about using data and open discussion to make the most change we can. So reading this book—even though it is logical and philosophical—spoke to my “soul.” It helped me understand and communicate things I already believed: for example, that we can think consequentially while still being principled in our behavior and protecting human and animal rights.

    But more than that, I was surprised by every chapter of Reasoned Politics. I gained a lot of new knowledge of which I was previously unaware—from “the two-step ideal” and different political biases, to WEIRD psychology and the research on presidential vs. parliamentary systems of governance.

    My favorite part of the book was Part IV, which draws tentative conclusions on major policy areas: Non-Human Animals, Liberty, Equality, Justice, and Democracy. I took note of so many fascinating study findings. And I walked away from it all feeling an increased passion for holistic social justice. Oddly, I was more moved in this regard by a dispassionate philosophy text than by so many “hot takes” that I’ve read online, just because of how well it presented the evidence for a high level of human freedom and equality.

    Reasoned Politics quickly became one of my all-time favorite books. It’s one I intend to keep revisiting so I can memorize more of the info, and incorporate all of its strong arguments and citations into my own writing and conversations. Thank you so much, Mr. Vinding!
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  • David
    4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
    Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2024
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    I did get into this, but there's lots to think about, and I don't agree with all of it. For me, it was pushing too many buttons, but it's well written, so kept reading on. Actually, I need to read this again because it's as if I need to digest this for a while. It's about politics, right? It's difficult to recommend anything regarding politics, but I can say this is written well, and the author has produced some thought provoking stuff.
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  • Nicholas Sterling
    4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting, but ...
    Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2023
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    I largely found this to be a good read, and feel like I learned a number of things about how to think about what governments should try to do, and how they should try to do it. I don't agree with all of his conclusions, but it was interesting nonetheless.

    Animal rights are clearly very important to the author. He beats that drum so loud and so often that at times I found myself thinking "Oh no, not again." And I'm vegan! I suspect that the author inadvertently marginalized the book with his repeated, emphatic advocacy for animal rights. I have recommended the book to a couple of friends, especially for Chapter 14's discussion of modifications/replacements to current political systems, but I feel compelled to warn them that the author spends so much time on animal rights.
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