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Conversations with Tyler

Cass Sunstein on Judicial Minimalism, the Supreme Court, and Star Wars (Live at Mason)

Jun 22, 2016
01:17:21
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Legal scholar and author Cass Sunstein discusses judicial minimalism, the ideal size of the Supreme Court, the metaphysics of nudging, James Joyce, and Star Wars. They also talk about Bob Dylan's best album and the benefits of a banned products store.
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Quick takeaways

  • Societal decisions can be made without committing to a moral foundation, as demonstrated by Cass Sunstein's concept of incompletely theorized agreements.
  • Approaching legal cases with a minimalistic approach, focusing on questions of jurisdiction and authority, can help resolve complex issues.

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Incompletely Theorized Agreements: Balancing Rights and Morality

Cass Sunstein's legal theory revolves around the concept of incompletely theorized agreements. This means that societal decisions can be made without committing to a particular moral foundation or metaphysical belief. For example, the principle of free speech, such as the clear and present danger test, can be agreed upon by people with different philosophical approaches, like Kantian, Aristotelian, or philosophical indifference. This reflects the idea that societal agreements can be reached without a full consensus on moral foundations.

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