Abstract
The best framework for moral and political thought is the one that creates the best climate for good political judgments. I argue that universalistic theories of justice fall short in this regard because they cannot distinguish idealization from abstraction. After describing how an ethic of care guides judgments, I suggest the practical effects that make this approach preferable. The ethic of care includes more aspects of human life in making political judgments. 1995 by Hypatia, Inc.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 141-149 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Hypatia |
Volume | 10 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 1995 |