PHI 3395 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: John Stuart Mill, Harm Principle, On Liberty
12 Oct 2016
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R. vs. malmo-levine / caine [2003: marijuana. R. vs. labaye [2005: sex club. One of the key theorists of modern liberalism. Known principally for his beliefs in utilitarianism. That principle is, that the sole end for which mankind, individually or collectively, are warranted in interfering with the liberty of action of any of their number, is self- preservation. That the only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community, against his will is to prevent harm to others. His own good, either physical or moral, is not a sufficient warrant. Must not ban harms competent adults choose to do. Must not ban what is merely offensive to someone. Should the people who choose not wear seatbelt then get injured, not be covered by public healthcare: v malmo-levine/caine. Challenged the laws against the consumption and production of weed.
