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Just War Reconsidered

Strategy, Ethics, and Theory

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In Just War Reconsidered: Strategy, Ethics, and Theory, James M. Dubik draws on years of research as well as his own experiences as a soldier and teacher to fill the gaps left by other theorists. He applies moral philosophy, political philosophy, and strategic studies to historical and contemporary case studies to reveal the inaccuracies and moral bankruptcy that inform some of the literature on military ethics. Conventional just war theory adopts a binary approach, wherein political leaders have moral accountability for the decision to go to war and soldiers have accountability for fighting the war ethically. Dubik argues, however, that political and military leadership should be held accountable for the planning and execution of war in addition to the decision to initiate conflict.

Dubik bases his sober reassessment on the fundamental truth that war risks the lives of soldiers and innocents as well as the political and social health of communities. He offers new standards to evaluate the ethics of warfare in the hope of increasing the probability that the lives of soldiers will not be used in vain and the innocent not put at risk unnecessarily.

©2016 James M. Dubik (P)2016 Redwood Audiobooks
Ethics & Morality Freedom & Security Military Philosophy Political Science Politics & Government National Security War Morality Iran Solider Middle East American Foreign Policy Warfare
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5 star. Performance was very clear which made this challenging subject easier to understand. the subjectmatter was excellent and a great overhaul to various arguments and beliefs in the philosophy of war.

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This audiobook does contain some interesting content, but honestly the performance is the real problem. It makes it difficult follow and impossible to enjoy. I would recommend checking the audio sample before buying.

Interesting subject, awful performance

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