99 - Trusting Untrustworthy Machines and Other Psychological Quirks
Philosophical Disquisitions
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Preference for Discretion: Exploring Spontaneity and Self-Interest in Decision-Making
The preference for discretion in decision-making goes against the emphasis on transparency in normative ethics. This preference is driven by a desire for spontaneity and self-interest. People appreciate the unpredictability and the potential for bias in their favor. They worry about consistently falling on the wrong side of a regime and like the idea of having some wiggle room. Furthermore, the preference for discretion is evident in the willingness to work less when operating under a discretionary regime, indicating an expectation that mercy will take precedence over justice.
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