While critics argue that Harris might not fully account for…
While critics argue that Harris might not fully account for the harsh realities of evolution, he sees the advancement of human knowledge and empathy as tools that allow societies to move beyond purely evolutionary drives. In this way, moral progress is about balancing evolved tendencies with the broader goal of improving the quality of conscious experiences. It's a perspective that, while controversial, seeks to align moral reasoning with a combination of scientific understanding and humanistic values.