Quote by John Stuart Mill

Of two pleasures, if there be one which all or almost all who have experience of both give a decided preference, irrespective of any feeling of moral obligation to prefer it, that is the more desirable pleasure.

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Summary

This quote suggests that when comparing two different pleasures, if there is one that the majority of people choose consistently, regardless of any moral influence, then that pleasure is considered to be more desirable. In other words, it implies that the preference of the majority is a significant factor in determining the greater value or desirability of a particular pleasure.

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By John Stuart Mill

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