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Is vigilantism ever justified? CSUEB Philosophy Society discussion Jan 27

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  • January 25, 2011 5:14am

The Cal State East Bay Philosophy Society will host a discussion, "Playing God: The Ethics of Vigilantism" on Thursday, Jan 27 at 4:00pm in Meiklejohn Hall 4075.

A vigilante is someone who illegally punishes an alleged lawbreaker, or participates in a group which metes out extralegal punishment to an alleged lawbreaker. Is vigilantism ever morally justified?  If so, in what cases?

Event is free and open to the public. Contact Jennifer Eagan, chair of the philosophy department, at 510-885-3225 or jennifer.eagan@csueastbay.edu.


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