Discussion Post: Ethics
• What is ethical subjectivism and how does it differ from ethical relativism? In class, we discussed a serious objection to ethical subjectivism and ethical relativism. What was that objection? Do you agree with it?
• In our discussion of utilitarianism, we also discussed a view called hedonism. What is hedonism? Describe the "experience machine" objection to hedonism. Do you agree with the objection - why or why not?
• Describe egalitarianism and libertarianism (recall that these are two theories of distributive justice). Then describe the "Wilt Chamberlin" argument for libertarianism and against egalitarianism. Do you agree with that argument?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.