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This paper argues against lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS) by examining respect for public opinion. While public attitudes offer some anti-LAWS justification, they are a weaker argument than concerns for human dignity.

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  • Ethics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • International Security

Background:

  • The development of lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS) raises significant ethical concerns.
  • Existing arguments for and against LAWS are often polarized.
  • Public opinion is noted as being strongly against LAWS.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore an alternative ethical framework for opposing LAWS.
  • To evaluate the ethical weight of public opinion and conventional attitudes in the LAWS debate.
  • To compare the strength of arguments based on public opinion versus those based on human dignity.

Main Methods:

  • Philosophical analysis of ethical arguments.
  • Examination of Robert Sparrow's claims on public attitudes towards LAWS.
  • Comparative evaluation of different forms of ethical respect.

Main Results:

  • Respect for public opinion provides a basis for anti-LAWS policies.
  • Arguments from public opinion are ethically weaker than those based on human dignity.
  • Public attitudes, while influential, can be overridden by more fundamental ethical considerations.

Conclusions:

  • A nuanced ethical stance on LAWS can be developed by considering public attitudes.
  • The ethical justification for opposing LAWS based on public opinion is limited.
  • Prioritizing respect for humanity and dignity is crucial when formulating policies on autonomous weapons.