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Sep 12, 2013 · The Objective Standard analyzes the Star Trek claim, "The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few", and its implications for logic and morality. See how Spock's statement changes over time and how it conflicts with the heroic values of the characters.
Mar 10, 2015 · How did Spock apply the ethical theory of Utilitarianism in his famous line "The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few"? Learn from the Vulcan character's wisdom and logic in this blog post by Dr. Steven Mintz.
Sep 7, 2011 · Learn the origin and meaning of the famous phrase "The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few. Or the one." from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Find out how it relates to self-sacrifice, friendship and Greek philosophy.
Find the famous quote "The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few" from Spock in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Learn about its meaning, context, and usage in philosophy and ethics.
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- “The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.” – Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, 1982.
- “Live long and prosper.” – First spoken in Star Trek, season 2, episode 1 (“Amok Time,” 1968)
- “I could not deprive you of the revelation of all that you could accomplish together, of a friendship that will define you both in ways you cannot yet realize.”
- “When you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.” – Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country, 1991.
Feb 5, 2016 · Utilitarians would be baffled by the common Vulcan view that emotions are best gotten rid of. According to utilitarianism, the duty to put the needs of the many ahead of the needs of the few extends even to people one has personal relationships with, like friends and family.
Mr. Spock knew that the needs of the many, are greater than the needs of the few. Or of the one. What is the political message? One of hope. One of compas...
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