I consider myself pretty cynical when it comes to ethics. I believe that society accepts those who stand by the popular ethics they were taught growing up. In this current generation intellectual property is a very important ethic. 300 years ago nobody cared, because it was the ultimate form of flattery. Some societies accept murder and mistreatment of women, etc very differently then we Americans do. Due to my belief that there is no real universal right and wrong, i chose characteristics that i believe reflects universally are considered ethical actually are.
Consistency - An ethical person will stand by their beliefs, not changing them for anyone.
Respectful - Respect of human life. No matter who you are killing is bad
Responsible - Somebody willing to accept the consequences of their actions
Empathy - Going along with respect for human life and an understanding of others
Justice - They believe in justice by whatever standards justice means to their beliefs
I found these characteristics difficult to decide on due to my beliefs in no universal ethical right and wrong.
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