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Hunger, disease, and suffering are very bad.
Spending money on luxuries does not hold moral significance.
By donating money to organizations like Oxfam, we can prevent extensive suffering and death caused by famine.
From these premises, Singer concludes that we must donate the money that we usually spend on luxuries to famine relief.
The Implications of Singer's Thesis
The implications of Singer's conclusion are radical and discomforting. It suggests that most people, given their spending habits on non-essential items, are committing an immoral act on a daily basis. Every purchase made for personal indulgence—whether that be a new outfit, a fancy coffee, or an upgraded vehicle—over looks the pressing needs of those suffering globally.