Kantianism

Unlike the hypothetical “Trolley Problem”, R v Dudley and Stephens is a real-life example, lending itself much more credibility. In extreme circumstances, moral theory could be compared to its antagonists (comparing utilitarianism with Kantianism), which facilitates our investigation as to which moral theory can maintain its legitimacy. Therefore, making moral choices can hold up in short term, ordinary situations, since these choices would be unanimous and easy; it is only in extreme…

In what follows, we will commit ourselves to answering several questions that arise in the first reading of this excerpt. Is Moore’s reading of Copernican Revolution correct? Is Epistemology really a product of Kantian revolution? What are, if there are any, epistemological questions? We will also attempt to locate Moore’s argument — or rather arguments of similar kind — in the context of contemporary debate between Realists and anti-Realists. Our aim will be to show that what Moore speaks…

One potential way meant to resolve this problematic ontology is Allison 's two aspect view. Instead of there being an ontological distinction between phenomena and noumena, the two aspect view holds that this is merely an epistemic distinction.23 We can consider an object both spatiotemporally in, the manner of sensible conditions and we can also view them as things-in-themselves.24 The most notable example of this is found in Kant 's view of freedom: the human subject can be viewed as both…

Introduction Eugenics has become somewhat of a buzzword in mainstream discussions of the topic. As with most buzzwords, it is overused to the point of overshadowing broader applications of the topic (For an example see Peter Singer on Animal Rights pp. 196-203). Notwithstanding, this paper will discuss heavily the topic of Eugenics, and more specifically Julian Savulescu’s stand on Eugenics and whether he believes in endorsing a program of eugenics. Savulescu’s opinion will be analyzed mostly by…

to evaluate all consequences that it will bring. Deontology is a duty based theory focuses on agent's motive rather than the consequences of their action (Etzioni, 1996). They act accordingly regardless of good or bad consequences. For example, Kantianism focus more on whether they can fulfil their duty rather than doing what will maximise societal welfare. As for justice ethics, it concentrates on believing that everyone deserves to be treated equally. This requires the organisation to make…

of a feeding tube, in which the nurses feel does not respect Freda’s wishes. In utilitarianism, the beneficence principle means the value of the good (Collier & Haliburton, 2015, p. 440). In Freda’s case she defines good as dying peacefully. In Kantianism, the principle of autonomy states that the competent individual has the right to be self-determining (Collier & Haliburton, 2015, p. 440). So we can say, Freda’s right to refuse treatment is suitable as long as it is within the extent of what…

Ross argues this from two points of view, firstly, he agreed that Kant is right that in order to make an act moral worth is must be done for the right reason. Kantianism over simplifies moral life which not only the duty the good consequence is also morally important. For example, if you see a kid is drowning in a river. According to Kant, you have a duty do save the child, therefore you should take the action and…

killing is wrong in general. This belief has been spread throughout time strongly due to Commandment 6 of The Ten Commandments: “You shall not murder.” I believe in God, and believe the Commandments should be followed. From an ethical standpoint, Kantianism can also support “Argument 7” through the PU Test. The maxim: “I will kill someone to end their life.” The universalization, “Everybody will kill someone to end their life.” The conditionalization, “If everyone kills someone, then everyone…

For example, in the case against act utilitarianism, he states that “it is not practical to put so much energy into every moral decision” (Quinn 76). If the consideration that act utilitarianism or even Kantianism calls for was put into every decision that a person made, that person would go nowhere, for they would spend more time thinking about whether their actions are moral than actually doing anything. Quinn makes sure to state that this is a problem…

with their customers. “As long as animals are property, they can never be members of the moral community (Francione 22)”. In The Animal Rights Debate, Robert Garner states that Robert Nozick defined animal welfare as “utilitarianism for animals, Kantianism for people (qtd. in Francione 107)”. If killing and harming animals was seen as equal to killing or harming humans, it would be…