2020 Central Division Presidential Address: Practical Possibilities and the One-Thought-Too-Many Objection to Moral Deliberation
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In her presidential address, Julia Driver explores the intricacies of moral deliberation, focusing on the one-thought-too-many objection. This objection posits that when individuals confront numerous possible options, the cognitive burden can impede their ability to make ethical choices. Driver highlights the implications of this objection for normative ethics, suggesting that an overload of considerations may lead to indecision. Her discussion aims to deepen understanding of how moral psychology intersects with ethical theory, providing insights into the limitations of rational deliberation in moral contexts.
Julia Driver addresses the complexities of moral deliberation, challenging the limits of rational consideration in ethical decision-making and enlightening the one-thought-too-many objection.
Driver argues that the one-thought-too-many objection highlights issues in moral deliberation, suggesting that attempting to consider every possible option can lead to indecision and paralysis.
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