WEEK_4

What is Ethical Subjectivism?

Ethical Subjectivism is the theory that our moral opinions are based on our feelings and nothing more.

According to David Hume, where do sentiments of disapproval arise from?

arise from one's own feelings and not from reason.

What is a key argument for legalizing recreational drugs according to proponents?

argue that adults should have the right to make personal choices about their bodies.

What are some concerns raised by opponents of drug legalization?

Opponents raise concerns about higher rates of addiction, mental health issues, and public healthcare burdens.

How does Ethical Subjectivism relate to individual choices in a community?

It challenges us to think about the extent of individual rights and the degree of societal intervention in personal choices.

What does Simple Subjectivism claim about moral judgments?

Simple Subjectivism claims that when someone says something is morally good or bad, it reflects their approval or disapproval.

What critique exists against Simple Subjectivism regarding moral disagreement?

cannot account for moral disagreement since it reduces moral statements to mere expressions of feelings.

What is Emotivism in the context of Ethical Subjectivism?

Emotivism is a version of Ethical Subjectivism that views moral language as a means of influencing behavior and expressing attitudes.

What are the two forms of disagreement according to Emotivism?

Disagreement in belief and disagreement in attitude.

What is nihilism in relation to Ethical Subjectivism?

holds that values are not real and that nothing is morally good or bad.

How does the example of the Atlantic slave trade challenge nihilism?

It demonstrates that there are universally recognized moral wrongs and that genocidal acts are not morally equivalent to trivial actions.

In what way does Emotivism attempt to account for moral disagreement?

Emotivism suggests that moral conflict can be based on differing attitudes, even if the underlying beliefs are the same.

Why is it absurd to consider nihilism plausible in less controversial moral issues?

It is absurd because some moral issues have clear, objective wrongs that are universally recognized by society.