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[A structural approach to discourse ethics]
Diskussionsforum Medizinische Ethik
|January 1, 1994
Summary
Discourse ethics upholds Kantian universalism through communicative rationality. It balances ideal communication principles with real-world limitations, integrating deontic and responsibility ethics.
Area of Science:
- Moral Philosophy
- Ethics
- Kantian Tradition
Context:
- Examines the philosophical paradigm of communicative discourse rationality.
- Builds upon the Kantian tradition of ethical universalism.
- Addresses the gap between ideal discourse norms and practical application.
Purpose:
- To formulate the normative principle of equal coresponsibility in argumentation.
- To analyze restrictions and responsibilities in realizing ideal discourse ethics.
- To integrate abstract deontic ethics with history-oriented ethics of responsibility.
Summary:
- Part A establishes the principle of equal coresponsibility among all members in an argumentation community.
- Part B analyzes the limitations and aspects of individual and global responsibilities in discourse ethics.
- The two-part structure combines deontic ethics of principles with ethics of responsibility.
Impact:
- Provides a framework for understanding ethical responsibilities in communication.
- Combines abstract ethical principles with practical, history-oriented considerations.
- Offers a nuanced approach to discourse ethics applicable to real-world scenarios.
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