

Henry S. Richardson, "Articulating the Moral Community: Toward a Constructive Ethical Pragmatism" (Oxford UP, 2018)
Feb 1, 2019
Henry Richardson, a Georgetown University philosophy professor, discusses his book on constructing ethical pragmatism. He examines how new moral concepts evolve, particularly in response to technology like the Internet. Richardson emphasizes the integration of established norms with emerging ethical standards in bioethics. He also reflects on his journey from politics to philosophy, drawing on influences like Aristotle. The conversation underscores the need for a dynamic and inclusive moral community that adapts to changing societal contexts.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Journey into Philosophy: From Politics to Ethics
03:48 • 7min
The Influence of Pragmatism on Ethical Perspectives
10:20 • 2min
Navigating Moral Innovation
11:56 • 7min
Constructive Ethical Pragmatism
19:08 • 10min
Navigating Moral Complexity
28:42 • 24min
Navigating Moral Norms: A Pragmatic Approach
52:20 • 18min