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Moral Man and Immoral Society

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Focusing on the limitations of moral persuasion, Niebuhr's work critiques the behavior of collectives like corporations and nation-states, arguing that they inherently prioritize self-interest over ethical considerations. He emphasizes the need for a realistic understanding of group dynamics and explores how individual morality can serve as a counterbalance to social immorality, offering insights into the complexities of ethical behavior in society.

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Moral Man and Immoral Society, Reinhold Niebuhr

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2021
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English
Released
2021
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Paperback
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320
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9780664266356
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Focusing on the limitations of moral persuasion, Niebuhr's work critiques the behavior of collectives like corporations and nation-states, arguing that they inherently prioritize self-interest over ethical considerations. He emphasizes the need for a realistic understanding of group dynamics and explores how individual morality can serve as a counterbalance to social immorality, offering insights into the complexities of ethical behavior in society.