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Defending a True Vision of Humanity — A Conversation with Professor Carter Snead

Thinking in Public with Albert Mohler

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The Ethics of Personhood and Identity

This chapter explores the evolution of bioethics with a focus on the complex notions of personhood and human identity. The speakers critique the reduction of personhood to cognitive abilities, arguing that it endangers vulnerable populations and neglects essential aspects of humanity. Through discussions on expressive individualism, parent-child relationships, and the implications for abortion debates, the chapter reveals how philosophical frameworks can impact ethical considerations and societal norms.

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