The Science and Philosophy of Free Will

Are advances in the scientific understanding of the human mind shaping our conception of free will? If so, how? Are the cognitive sciences revealing that free will does not exist, or are they merely shedding light on the inner workings of agency? And do the answers to these questions have implications for moral responsibility?

On Nov. 6, 2011, the Center for Inquiry-New York City explored these and related questions by presenting a panel discussion featuring:

* Hakwan Lau, Columbia University.
* Alfred Mele, Florida State University.
* Jesse Prinz, City University of New York.
* Adina Roskies, Dartmouth College.
* Massimo Pigliucci, City University of New York.

This event was held at the Auditorium on Broadway. It was the second in our "Science and Philosophy" series. The first event focused on consciousness.

For more:

www.centerforinquiry.net/nyc

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[Blackman1000ify]

@onefodderunit Theists don't have a monopoly on morality. People can be moral and ethical without the concepts of God and religion.

[stalkingcat123]

@onefodderunit proof?

[onefodderunit]

Without a soul, Atheists only need to fake integrity to function in society.

If a soulless person asks you to loan them five bucks, It's worth it just to get them to avoid you in the future.

[Blackman1000ify]

@WorthlessLoser8 You know what dude, its cool. You're safe on the internet, free expression and all that. But do me a favor, go to an area with a large black population and say you're n-tarian and see how they respond it. I'm sure they'll be open-minded about it or kick the crap out of you, whichever comes first. See you around.

[WorthlessLoser8]

@Blackman1000ify

Actually... Don't bother explaining your claim.  You can't tell bigotry from a hole in your pants. Annything can be made ridiculous, and as ridiculous as we choose.

You decide what you want to take seriously and promote for yourself. Take care.

[WorthlessLoser8]

@Blackman1000ify

In what way, plz?

[Blackman1000ify]

@WorthlessLoser8 What you're saying is completely ridiculous.

[WorthlessLoser8]

@Blackman1000ify

You want to erase the n-vocabulary from English? Good luck, i guess...

Which n-word did i use that you don't like, and what was the meaning imbued in it? Are you familiar with egalitarianism or humanitarianism?  It is ADVOCACY, not hate, duh.

[Blackman1000ify]

@WorthlessLoser8 What I do is none of your business. How exactly is using the n-word not racist.

[WorthlessLoser8]

@Blackman1000ify

But that comment wasn't racist. You seem to be confused... and angry? rude? lashing out?

Are you a person who explores topics, or a person who insults people and then hides? I think from reading your comments here and over on Maher and West that the latter seems to be the case.