How Terrorism Is Wrong: Morality and Political Violence

by Virginia Held

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What is terrorism? How is it different from other kinds of political violence? Why exactly is it wrong? Why is war often thought capable of being justified? On what grounds should we judge when the use of violence is morally acceptable? It is often thought that using violence to uphold and enforce the rule of law can be justified, that violence used in self-defense is acceptable, and that some liberation movements can be excused for using violence--but...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0199778531

ISBN13:9780199778539

Release Date:March 2011

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Length:216 Pages

Weight:0.64 lbs.

Dimensions:0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Related Subjects

Education & Reference Ethics Ethics & Morality Philosophy Political History Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Specific Topics Terrorism

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