A Universal Moral Code — Possible Utopia or Pipe Dream?

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Can, and should, human values be considered facts, especially if values are shown to contribute to the overall well-being of humanity?

For example, could the value of compassion be measured as having a demonstrable improvement in individual and group well-being, for both the giver and receiver? This is an interesting question about a universal moral code that Sam…