Retributive Justice Dilemma
The discussion delves into the complexities of retributive justice, questioning whether individuals truly deserve punishment when their malicious tendencies may stem from factors beyond their control. While one perspective suggests that some people might inherently possess evil dispositions, the conversation emphasizes that such cases are rare and often overshadowed by the influence of upbringing and circumstance. Ultimately, it challenges the very foundation of justice by probing the nature of human behavior and accountability.In this clip
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The Tyranny of Merit | Do We Deserve What We Get? Michael Sandel & Cosmic Skeptic
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