“Philosophy ought to question the basic assumptions of the age. Thinking through, critically and carefully, what most of us take for granted is, I believe, the chief task of philosophy, and the task that makes philosophy a worthwhile activity.”

Australian philosopher and bioethicist, Singer is best known for his utilitarian approach to ethics and his influential work on animal rights and effective altruism. His writings challenge conventional moral frameworks, advocating for compassionate decision-making across human and nonhuman animals.