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There are legit criticisms of Utilitarianism but this ain't one of 'em, bud. Why do you have to reach for rape as your very first argument?
This is really just someone asking, "How can I be an edgelord and trigger the normies within the confines of utilitarianism?"
He's just asking questions, amirite?
Utilitarianism is important because it’s a great introduction to the world of philosophy, not because it’s a valid endpoint for anyone’s worldview.
Imo a better into to philosophy is the Trial and Death of Socrates. I think seeing the Socratic method is a great way to introduce this idea that we can question everything. Moving forward in class that's what we'll be doing, so I think it's nice to have that conversation with students right away.
former philosophy instructor here. that's exactly what I used to do with my introduction to philosophy courses.