UW Philosophers Tackle Contemporary Issues
Thought Crimes: The Case of the Cannibal Cop
Event Details
Date
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Time
7 p.m.
Location
2260 Law Building
Description
Should the law punish us for our guilty thoughts? If not, must it wait to intervene until an actual harm has been done? The recent case of the Cannibal Cop vividly illustrates a tension between the aim of preventing harm and the sanctity of thought and expression. Sarah Paul will discuss how philosophical work on intention and actions-in-progress can help us in resolving this tension.
Cost
Free and open to the public