Hardin vs. Singer

In your reading assignment for this module you were introduced to the viewpoints of Garrett Hardin and Peter Singer. Hardin views rich countries as lifeboats who should not give aid to poorer countries. Singer, on the other hand, gives the example of a drowning child and says you have the responsibility to help if you are able to. Of these two perspectives, which do you believe best describes what you ought to do? Support your stance with a theory previously covered in this course.

This paper should be 2-3 pages in length and in APA format.

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