I wouldn’t say shared morals nessecarily mean you’re compelled to strive for the common good, just not actively harm society. If you harm the society you’re a part of, you’ll most likely be ostracized/punished. I would assume it’s in your best interest to not be ostracized.
They do. Take a look outside and see how that’s going.
Are you trying to find some objective standard for morality? There isn’t one. It’s all completely subjective. That’s why empathy is important. If you look at a sociopathic billionaire and genuinely have trouble comprehending why they shouldn’t destroy the planet and gut the middle and lower class, I can’t help you.
Empathy and the common good of humanity/society.
But again, why should I strive for the common good of humanity? Why should I care?
I wouldn’t say shared morals nessecarily mean you’re compelled to strive for the common good, just not actively harm society. If you harm the society you’re a part of, you’ll most likely be ostracized/punished. I would assume it’s in your best interest to not be ostracized.
It’s the case for me, because I’m a commoner. But why shouldn’t people powerful enough to avoid consequences shouldn’t do as they wish?
They do. Take a look outside and see how that’s going.
Are you trying to find some objective standard for morality? There isn’t one. It’s all completely subjective. That’s why empathy is important. If you look at a sociopathic billionaire and genuinely have trouble comprehending why they shouldn’t destroy the planet and gut the middle and lower class, I can’t help you.