
Mona Simion, "Shifty Speech and Independent Thought: Epistemic Normativity in Context" (Oxford UP, 2021)
New Books in Philosophy
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Navigating Norms in Decision-Making
This chapter examines the complex interplay between epistemic and prudential norms in high-stakes decision-making scenarios. Through practical examples, it illustrates how different contextual pressures can influence the permissibility of assertions, particularly when the urgency of actions challenges strict epistemic requirements. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the functional roles of assertions and advocates for prudential considerations often taking precedence over purely epistemic demands.
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