Practical Pacifism

by Andrew Fiala

The United States has a unique responsibility and opportunity to use democracy to end war; but, after 9/11, many can no longer imagine pacifism in any form. Practical Pacifism argues for an approach to peace that aims beyond religion toward a moral consensus that is developed ragmatically through dialogue aimed at overlapping consensus.

245 pages, ebook

First published March 21, 2004

About the author

Andrew Fiala is professor of philosophy and Director of the Ethics Center at Fresno State. He writes a column on ethics, religion, and politics for the Fresno Bee: https://www.fresnobee.com/living/liv-...

Fiala has published books and articles on war, pacifism, political philosophy, and religion. He also writes about applied ethical issues such as euthanasia, abortion, the death penalty, and animal welfare.

Fiala loves the classroom, where he encourages students to think carefully about the tough issues of our day. He teaches courses in ethics, applied ethics, political philosophy, and the history of philosophy.

More information, including links to articles and interviews, can be found at www.andrewfiala.com.