The Ethical Landscape: Cognitivism vs Non-Cognitivism

This chapter delves into the distinctions between cognitivism and non-cognitivism in ethics, exploring their implications for moral claims and the complexities of ethical terminology. It critiques traditional frameworks like moral realism, debates the contributions of thinkers such as G. Moore, and examines the interplay between science and ethical philosophy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of emotional responses in moral perception, particularly in discussing profound moral atrocities.