The numbers problem

Article Abstract:

A nonconsequentialist answer to a question about morality and numbers, which when making a forced choice about saving lives, in which one can save some but not all of the imperiled lives, other things equal, should one choose to save more rather than fewer lives, is defended. It is also shown how one can feel a sense of imperfection, inadequacy and frustration even though one does one's best as the world has limitless needs and resources are limited.

Social aspects, Morality

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Consequentialism and cluelessness

Article Abstract:

The epistemic argument against consequentialism is discussed. Topics include massive causal ramification, the G.E. Moore/J.J.C. Smart response, the cancelling-out response, criteria of rightness and decision procedures, and the 'tu quoque' response.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Epistemics

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Can a nonconsequentialist count lives?

Article Abstract:

Gregory Kavka was the first to claim that, a nonconsequentialist can without appealing directly to the number of lives saved, defend a duty to save the greater number. The nonconsequentialist can possibly require the choice of a greater number.

Ethics, Ethical aspects, Works, Speeches, lectures and essays, Life-saving, Lifesaving, Situation ethics, Kavka, Gregory

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