Public lectures in Balwyn Library, monthly 4th Thu., 8 pm; members’ discussions in Tresise Centre, Hawthorn East, monthly 2nd Sun., 11 am.

Humanism is an optimistic world-view relying on human capabilities only –
guided by reason – informed by evidence – driven by compassion.

Dr Simon Longstaff, of St James Ethics Centre, Sydney, explains ethics in terms of considered and responsible choice, and as different from morality, by which he means complying with a ready-made checklist of rules. Click here for the radio interview today on ABC RN Sunday Profile.

Stephen Stuart

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