Meta ethics tries to make sense of the terms and concepts used in ethical theories such as Utilitarianism and Natural Law. Some people believe that ethical language is extremely meaningful as they argue it is essential to be able to define terms such as “good” and “bad” before we can even begin to discuss ethical theories. However others disagree with this and argue that moral statements are subjective so are meaningless, as they cannot be described as either true or false. Those who hold cognitive theories about ethical language would argue that ethical statements are not meaningless as they are about facts, and can therefore be proved true or false. Ethical Naturalism is a cognitive theory of meta ethics which holds the belief that
Meta ethics tries to make sense of the terms and concepts used in ethical theories. Some people believe that ethical language is extremely meaningful as they argue it is essential to be able to define terms such as “good” and “bad” before we can even begin to discuss ethical theories. However others disagree with this and argue that moral statements are subjective so cannot be meaningful as they cannot be described as either true or false. Those who hold cognitive theories about ethical language would argue that ethical statements are meaningful as they are about facts and can therefore be proved true or false. Ethical Naturalism is a cognitive theory of Meta ethics which holds the belief that ethical statements are the same as non ethical ones, so can be verified or falsified in the same way.
Public image; Whole Foods wherever they may be located do support the communities in which the business is located and in which the employees reside. Currently they donate 5% of their after tax profit to not-for-profit agencies. In addition they reward its employees who provide volunteer services throughout the community. They are also environmentally aware of their surroundings. They take pride in being able to reduce packaging waste materials, actively involved in the community recycle plan and use as little as possible herbicides and pesticides that may find its way into the community’s water
Personal values can be loosely defined as traits or qualities that are considered worthwhile and can represent one’s highest priorities and deeply held values. The Williams Institute Ethics Awareness inventory can give a person an idea of what their ethical styles and perspectives maybe. These values do not only pertain to a person’s personal life but it also translates to the workplace. The writer’s personal assessment shows that he is a person that focuses on character more than he would on equity. His ethical perspectives tend to be based on what it is to be good rather than what it is to do well.
Employees are encouraged to participate in community activities where they live and work. The company itself has made a commitment of sustainability by offering many organic products with very little packaging and by offering a credit of $.05 per re-usable bag the customers bring with them. They also participate in fund raising opportunities for non-profit organizations and by offering donations to local charities. Their mission is to eliminate hunger, promote good nutrition and educate children (“Lowes Foods,” 2010). By participating in community activities, Lowes Foods is able to give back to the communities that they serve.
Through obtaining products directly from local farmers would also lower shipping costs, thus satisfy customer requests, and contribute to the local community, while continuing to be profitable. Consumers still experience a limited product selection during the season, but the overall satisfaction during the peak times will help sustain customer loyalty. As season products change, the employees should stay current as to what products will be available, and when shipments arrive. The more knowledgeable the employee is, the more trust the customer will have in the business as a whole. Empowering employees with experience will allow them to help the public successfully resulting in an overall customer service experience that will set them apart from other local grocery store chains.
What are your personal values on this ethical issue? 3. Relate the ethical principles of autonomy, nonmaleficence, beneficence, and fidelity to this case. Segment Two: Doing It My Way 1. If this was your client, what would you say and do?
Thankfully, Company Q doesn't need to expend much in the way of financial or employee effort to make a considerable difference in our store neighborhood community respect. One delivery van can be used to pick-up the product that would otherwise be thrown away at the end of the workday and transported by the store's supervisor to the local food bank. The food would be unloaded by food bank staff while the Company Q supervisor could discuss with the food bank managers the impact that those donations will have on the community. The marginal time spent loading and travelling to the local food bank is a minor inconvenience for the storeowner at worst and a major public relations benefit for not only the local store but also Company Q in general. We could also expect a reduction in our waste removal services since less product will be thrown
Those who oppose cognitivists are called non cognitivists and they believe that when someone makes a moral statement they are not describing the world, but they are merely expressing their feelings and opinions, they believe that moral statements are not objective therefore they cannot be verified as true or false. In this essay I will be discussing the multiple branches of cognitive theories and non cognitive theories in order to answer the Janus-like question whether or not moral statements truly hold objective meaning. Ethical naturalism is just one branch of a cognitive theory in which naturalists believe that ethical statements are the same as non-ethical ones, meaning they are all factual and can
In other words, this theory looks to an individual’s character, rather than to an individual’s duty, conduct, or actions. The ethical perspective Obligations is most closely in accord with a theory of ethics especially that see dealing with duty, moral obligation, and right action, called the deontological theory. The focus is on a person’s responsibility or obligation to do what is purely ethical. The ethical perspective Results is most closely in accord with utilitarianism for which the primary concern is the consequences of our actions, seeking to maximize the greatest balance of good over evil. The last one Equity is most closely in accord with the postmodern theory that emerged in the early 1970s and developed as a critique of the traditional principles associated with philosophical thinking in ‘modern’ times (generally considered as a part of the Enlightenment project of the 18th century).