Case studies in connection with a theorist

    Discuss one of the case studies in connection with a theorist (Aristotle, Kant, Mill, Rawls, or Nozick). Before embarking on this exercise, review the relevant discussions and previous case studies you've written.   Explain how the theorist you chose would evaluate one of the following cases we analyzed: Capital Punishment,

Sample Solution

  Kant's moral philosophy is based on the principle of categorical imperative, which states that an action is morally right if it can be universalized, and morally wrong if it cannot be universalized. In other words, an action is morally right if it is something that we would be willing for everyone to do, and morally wrong if it is something that we would not be willing for everyone to do.

Full Answer Section

  Kant would likely argue that capital punishment is morally wrong because it cannot be universalized. If everyone killed people who committed murder, then the world would be a very violent place. In fact, Kant argued that it is always wrong to kill an innocent person, even if that person has committed a crime. Kant would also likely argue that capital punishment is morally wrong because it is not a proportionate punishment for murder. Murder is a terrible crime, but it is not as bad as killing an innocent person. In Kant's view, the only proportionate punishment for murder is life in prison. Of course, there are other arguments in favor of capital punishment. Some people argue that it deters crime, while others argue that it is the only way to ensure that dangerous criminals are never released back into society. However, Kant would likely argue that these arguments are not strong enough to justify the killing of an innocent person. In conclusion, Kant would likely argue that capital punishment is morally wrong because it cannot be universalized, it is not a proportionate punishment for murder, and it is not necessary to deter crime or protect society. Here are some additional thoughts on how Kant would evaluate the case of capital punishment:
  • Kant would likely be concerned about the potential for innocent people to be executed. He would argue that it is better to let a guilty person go free than to execute an innocent person.
  • Kant would also be concerned about the emotional and psychological toll that capital punishment takes on those involved in the process. He would argue that the death penalty is a cruel and unusual punishment that should be avoided.
  • Finally, Kant would likely argue that capital punishment is not necessary to deter crime or protect society. He would argue that there are other, more effective ways to achieve these goals.

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