Dr. Tara Smith discusses what egoism is, explaining why one should be egoistic and what it takes to be egoistic. In particular, Smith explains what Ayn Rand means by “rational egoism,” showing why it requires moral virtues and how it differs from conventional views of egoism that suggest hedonism or predatory exploitation.
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