On Knowing the ”Why': Particularism and Moral Theory

Hastings Center Report 31 (4):32--40 (2001)
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If particularism is right, the broad moral claims we make are usually riddled with exceptions. But such generalizations can still be a useful, even necessary part of moral life. They help us show what we should do, and they are essential for understanding why we should do it.

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