Guilt and Shame, Justice and Mercy

Journal of Religious Ethics 48 (3):418-435 (2020)
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This essay argues that the criminal justice system in the United States is flawed because it focuses principally on punishment of illegal actions without considering offenders as persons in their entirety. It considers the role that constructive shame and mercy can play in addressing this flaw. The essay concludes by applying this argument to the case of shaming penalties within criminal justice.

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The End(s) of Mercy.Darlene Fozard Weaver - 2020 - Journal of Religious Ethics 48 (3):389-398.

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Shame and Necessity.Bernard Williams - 1993 - Philosophy 69 (270):507-509.
Equity and mercy.Martha C. Nussbaum - 1993 - Philosophy and Public Affairs 22 (2):83-125.

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