Notes on Sinnott-Armstrong

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Raquel Martinez Oct. 23 rd , 2023 Notes on Sinnott Armstrong Word count: 457 Page Question Answer 293 What is the central moral dilemma addressed in the text? - The central moral dilemma is whether driving gas- guzzlers for fun is morally wrong, especially in the context of global warming. 294 What is the "ideal law principle," and how does it apply here? - The "ideal law principle" suggests that one has a moral obligation not to perform an action if it ought to be illegal. It applies here to argue for a moral obligation not to drive gas-guzzlers for fun before such activities are made illegal. 296 What is the first weakness in the "ideal law principle"? - The first weakness is its assumption that wasteful driving or gas-guzzlers ought to be illegal, which is debatable. It discusses enforcement costs and potential alternatives. 298 How does the text connect law and morality? - It discusses the complex relationship between law and morality, highlighting that mere legality doesn't always determine morality. It explores when individuals may have moral obligations to follow laws. 300 What is the "group principle," and why does the author question it? - The "group principle" posits a moral obligation not to perform an action if it makes one a member of a group whose actions together cause harm. The author questions its applicability and provides
examples illustrating its limitations. 303 How does the author critique counterfactual principles? - The author critiques counterfactual principles like the "general action principle" and "public permission principle" and illustrates their limitations using examples. 305 What is the author's evaluation of the "group principle"? - The author finds the "group principle" to be problematic, questioning its effectiveness and providing examples where it may not apply. 307 What is the "public permission principle," and what weakness does the author find in it? - The "public permission principle" suggests individuals shouldn't perform actions if it would be worse for everyone to know that everyone is permitted to perform such actions. The author identifies a weakness in this principle. 309 How does the author apply the concept of "contractualism"? - The author discusses the "contractualist principle" and its limitations when applied to certain moral issues, like driving gas-guzzlers. 311 What is the author's ultimate conclusion regarding moral obligations in this context? - The author concludes that, while there is no defensible moral principle to establish a moral obligation against wasteful driving, it is still better and ideal for individuals not to waste gas. The author emphasizes the role of governments in addressing larger environmental issues. 312 How should individuals and governments address global warming? - Individuals should make responsible choices, while governments have a moral obligation to implement policies and regulations to
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