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    Exploring the tension between moral principles and practical results through ancient Stoic wisdom, modern economic theory, and real-world ethics. How do we navigate amorality and pragmatism without losing our moral compass?

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    The key insight is that effective pragmatism requires moral grounding, not moral abandonment. We can maintain absolute commitment to virtue while remaining flexible about methods and accepting imperfect results.

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    The Moral Landscape We've Inherited

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