Discourse ethics

Discourse ethics is a philosophical framework developed primarily by the German philosopher Jürgen Habermas in the late 20th century. It forms a part of his broader theory of communicative action and aims to provide a rational foundation for ethics and morality based on dialogue and consensus among individuals. Key features of discourse ethics include: 1. **Communicative Action**: Discourse ethics emphasizes the importance of communication and dialogue between individuals as a means to reach mutual understanding and agreement.