Deontology 02 Introducing the Non Identity Problem

This video provides an introduction to the non-identity problem. The non-identity problem considers the fact that one has a choice between two options, but those options determine who exists. What is the right thing to do if one has to choose between bringing Person 1 into the world versus bringing Person 2 in the world? Assume that Person 1 would be blind . . . or of mixed race? And what are the implications of this discussion for global policies that also determine who will exist?