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

The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast

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Navigating Moral Realism

This chapter explores the intricacies of moral obligation, contrasting various philosophical approaches to the source of normative force. It examines the relationship between individual desires and moral imperatives, questioning whether notions of 'good' can equate to moral obligation. The discussion emphasizes the importance of empirical evidence and normative language in understanding and defining moral truths within human experience.

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