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Your Institution. If you are not already registered, this will create a PS account for you. You should receive an activation email shortly. Tim Brinton. Mar 12, Peter Singer. Obesity is an ethical issue, because an increase in weight by some imposes costs on others. That is why obese people should be subject to transport surcharges, and why foods that make people fat should be subject to higher taxes. Email required Password required Remember me?
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