Social Contract Theory

If I had to utilize one of the ethical theories discussed in chapter 2 of Ethics for the information age, I would choose Social contract theory. While there is no single framework that I absolutely and wholeheartedly agree with, I believe integrating Social Contract theory for making my ethical decision making would yield the best interaction with society. I personally view general society as a united organism, and since Social Contract theory has a primary focus on stable and balanced societal attributes, universal use of that framework would lead to the greatest overall improvement. One of the most important aspects I value from the theory is the societal agreement to fundamental rights, which modern society (for the most part) has determined
This aspect of Social Contract is something that I personally value, but understandably not every person agrees to. Providing support to disadvantage leave less resources to the advantaged, reducing their progression, which probably have a higher maximum potential. By introducing an obstacle in an advantaged individual, it reduces the maximum “happiness” or utility for the individual. I believe that letting the advantaged continue progression with lack of consideration of the disadvantaged stretch the conglomerate identity of humanity, which is something that I
For example, when I am knowledgeable in a topic in school and a peer is struggling with the same topic, and is unable to receive assistance right away, I feel a duty to make an attempt to assist them at no gain for myself to bring the other individual up. Also, willingness to put extra effort towards assisting disadvantages individuals, such as those with disabilities or seniors, is something that I and many others feel obligated to provide. I also support many political policies with socialist aspects, despite them possibly costing me more in the future, I feel that society as a whole would be more united and have a more tight identity when the disadvantaged are supported and society is