What We Don't Do: Inaction in the Face of Suffering and the Drive to Do More

For the first time in human history, our inactions cause far more harm to others than our actions ever could.

“A refreshing and necessary reminder on our ability…to help those in need.” — Moby

When we think about whether we are good people leading a good life, we usually think about actions. Bad people do bad things that hurt others. Good people do good things that help others, and they avoid doing bad things. Simple.

But while our actions certainly have consequences, today our inactions have...