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This commentary questions the societal utility of philosophical concepts of moral responsibility. It argues against the uncritical acceptance of the idea that moral responsibility is necessary for societal function, even if it doesn't exist.

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Area of Science:

Philosophy of Mind
Ethics
Moral Psychology

Background:

Dominant philosophical views on moral responsibility are critically examined.
Doris (2015b) addresses the existence of moral responsibility but accepts its societal necessity.
This work challenges the utility of these prevailing philosophical assumptions.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the practical utility of philosophical arguments concerning moral responsibility.
To critically assess the assumption that moral responsibility is essential for societal functioning.
To question the uncritical acceptance of established philosophical ideas in moral responsibility.

Main Methods:

Philosophical commentary and critique.
Analysis of existing literature on moral responsibility, specifically Doris (2015b).
Argumentative essay challenging established premises.

Main Results:

The commentary posits that the assumed necessity of moral responsibility for societal function is questionable.
It suggests that philosophical endeavors uncritically accepting this notion may lack practical utility.
The analysis highlights potential flaws in dominant philosophical discourse on moral responsibility.

Conclusions:

The utility of philosophical endeavors that uncritically accept the societal need for moral responsibility is doubted.
Further examination is needed to determine the actual societal role and necessity of moral responsibility.
Challenging established philosophical assumptions is crucial for advancing the understanding of moral responsibility.