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What Does It Mean to Be Free?

Some philosophers, called compatibilists, argue that if we understand free will correctly, the idea that humans are free becomes defensible, leaving room for moral responsibility. Evaluate this stance, and close by considering the consequences of conceding that we don't have free will in the traditional sense.

English
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created October 1, 2021 by
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  • Modified January 1, 2023 by
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