Last class we discussed the term Priori, which means something that we can know through reason alone. This word basically means that when someone knows something, no amount of experience can call this into question. It is what it is, based solely off reason alone.
Thinking about this the question of slavery came into my mind. During the time prior to Lincoln freeing the slaves, and some could even say after that, owning slaves was considered to be moral or justified in some peoples minds. However, most people today; and to an extent back during this time period as well, would argue against that. The people in support could argue that slavery is okay or moral acts of people based solely on reason.
Therefore, with Priori in mind, what is the call when it comes to things; such as slavery, that are clearly wrong?
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