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PEL Presents Closereads: Peter Railton's "Moral Realism" (Wrap Up)

The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast

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Critiques of Intuitionist Moral Theories

This chapter examines the limitations and criticisms of intuitionist moral theories and their struggle to align with empirical human behavior. It discusses the complexity of moral evaluation, the interplay of self-interest and altruism, and critiques major philosophical approaches. The conversation also explores the evolution of ethical standards and the tension between abstract moral theories and real-life decision-making.

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