First, read “Chapter 7: Affirmative Action” in our course textbook: Michael Sand
First, read “Chapter 7: Affirmative Action” in our course textbook: Michael Sandel’s Justice: What’s the Right Thing to Do? (link to ebook: https://iasbaba.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Michael_Sandel-_Justice-_What_s_the_Right_Thing_to_Do.pdf )
A few things to keep in mind as you read this chapter:
– I emphasize this in the lecture, but keep in mind we are concerned with what is moral and right, not what is legal or politically feasible.
– Similar to Chapter 4 on Markets and Morals, notice how Sandel applies the ethical skills of moral coherence and argument by analogy to come up with a suitable defense of affirmative action.
For this discussion assignment, you will argue both sides of the affirmative action debate in your initial post. Do not give me your personal opinion on affirmative action. Show me you can think through both sides of the debate.
For your post, complete both of the following tasks:
1. Sandel provides three main arguments in favor of affirmative action. Do one of the following:
– Defend which of the three arguments you think is the strongest argument in favor of affirmative action, and why this is the case. Then, explain a potential objection to this argument.
– Put forth an argument in favor of affirmative action that Sandel does not. Defend why you think this is a stronger argument. Then, explain a potential objection to this argument.
2. Sandel provides a few arguments against affirmative action. Do one of the following:
– Defend which of the arguments raised by Sandel you think is the strongest argument against affirmative action, and why this is the case. Then, explain a potential objection to this argument.
– Put forth an argument against affirmative action that Sandel does not. Defend why you think this is a stronger argument. Then, explain a potential objection to this argument.
