Conscience, Leadership and the Problem of 'Dirty Hands'

Beard, Matthew (Editor)/ Lynch, Sandra (Editor)

ISBN 10: 1785602039 / ISBN 13: 9781785602030

Published by Emerald Group Pub Ltd, 2015

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200 pages. 9.00x6.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Conscience, Leadership and the Problem of 'Dirty Hands'
• Publisher: Emerald Group Pub Ltd
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1785602039
• ISBN 13: 9781785602030
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.67 kilograms

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Synopsis

This volume contains a selection of papers from the 21st annual 'Australian Association for Professional and Applied Ethics' Conference. It addresses the key theme of Political Leadership, Professional Ethics, and the Problem of Dirty Hands. 'Dirty hands' is a somewhat nebulous concept. It may refer to professions whose objectives are so consequential that some ethical violations are considered justifiable. In another sense it might suggest situations where professional obligations might require the performance of deeds that contradict one's own moral beliefs. The term is perhaps most synonymous with political leadership and raises the question: Should leaders ever get their hands dirty? For applied ethicists, recognizing that sometimes there are compelling arguments in favor of certain moral violations is a professional necessity. This volume contains papers on a broad range of issues including discussions of medical ethics, military ethics, domestic political matters, and the very nature of 'professions' themselves. It will be of interest to those interested in politics, as well as those involved in research or training in ethics and professional practice.

About the Author

Matthew Beard - The University of Notre Dame Australia
Sandra Lynch - The University of Notre Dame Australia