What is Public Philosophy?
IN THIS LESSON
What makes “Public Philosophy” ethical?
Given that "Public Philosophy" comes in so many forms, are there certain things it ought to mean? Who are public philosophers responsible to? What normative commitments should they have? What constitutes good, ethical public philosophy, and what kinds of pitfalls should we watch for?
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Here are some readings and resources to give an overview and specific examples of the kinds of public philosophy becoming popular in the philosophical world.
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Attached is a volume that asks the question, "What is Public Philosophy?" as well as offers various examples of public philosophy across its chapters. Editor Ian Olasov is a friend of PPI, and would be happy to chat with those who are interested in more details!
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