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This 3 page paper argues that utilitarianism is inadequate to explore the nuances of ethical thought. A humorous case study concerning Keebler elves is examined. The paper concludes that Kantian philosophy is a more practical and reasonable approach in making ethical decisions than is utilitarianism. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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ignore other critical positive factors. In order to illustrate this point, a case study will be used. A case study submitted by a student suggests that Keebler has been using
elf labor during the past fifty years. The student writes: " Keebler is able to churn out mass amounts of cookies, cakes, and other yummy treats because the company is
using forced elf labor. A recent movement has developed in protest, demanding that the company set the elves free. Keebler representatives claim that their company is not involved in any
abusive labor practices and argues for its right to use forced elf labor." While humorous, this case study provides a model that is applicable to business ethics as well
as to moral thought in a general sense. One may recognize such a scenario in contemporary society as some countries still allow slave labor. Some theorists claim that prison labor
is tantamount to slave labor. In any event, it is prudent to examine the case in the context of moral philosophy as opposed to ordinary law. How might a Utilitarian
view the situation? Would using forced elf labor be immoral according to the utilitarian model? How might Kantian ethics enter the picture? Utilitarianism is one alternative in deriving a moral
theory when considering a variety of philosophical models. Above all, it is simplistic. And, it does not purport to create impossible scenarios where there is no logical position in every
case. When it comes to utilitarianism, the greatest good is all that matters. As applied to the elf scenario, the greater good is served. Good cookies are made at the
expense of the elves. Yet, there is a greater quantity of happiness in the world because there are more cookies, and people like that. In other words, more people derive
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