Increments #1 - Consequentialism I: Epistemic Modesty
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May 21, 2020 In this podcast, the hosts discuss epistemic modesty, moral decision-making systems, and the balance between personal convictions and expert opinions. They explore topics like the impact of raising the minimum wage, taxation policies, moral uncertainty, and the importance of diverse perspectives in ethical decision-making.
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Data Shifts Political Certainty
- Political opinions should adapt when exposed to how economic research is conducted and its empirical findings.
- Data often shows that moderate minimum wage increases do not significantly harm employment, challenging common opposing views.
Embrace Moral Uncertainty
- Moral uncertainty means we should weigh actions across multiple ethical frameworks rather than commit fully to one.
- Adopting epistemic modesty in morality encourages incorporating consequences from various moral viewpoints into decision making.
Debate Drives Moral Progress
- Discussion and debate over consequences are the fundamental mechanisms for moral progress.
- Consequentialism is not a rigid team but a communication shorthand for reasoning based on outcomes.