John Stuart Mill

~ 1806 - 1873

John Stuart Mill (1806–1873) was a British philosopher, economist, political theorist, and civil servant. He is best known for his contributions to political philosophy, advocating for individual liberty, women's rights, and the utilitarian principle that actions are right if they promote happiness and wrong if they cause pain. His works, such as "On Liberty" and "Utilitarianism," have had a lasting influence on the fields of ethics, economics, and political science.