Essay Problem: Psychological Egoism
During wartime and other times of crises, there are people who seem to willingly sacrifice their lives to save others for a greater good. For example, on September 11, 2001, Todd Beamer and others on United Flight 93 overpowered the plane's hijackers and, in doing so, prevented the plane from crashing into Washington, D.C. Beamer and the other 43 passengers and crew members were killed when the plane crashed in a remote area of Pennsylvania.
Task:
In a short essay, answer the questions below.Refer to, and cite, the material to support your points:
• How might Thomas Hobbes and E. O. Wilson explain Beamer's actions in terms of "psychological egoism"?
• Are you satisfied with their explanations?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.