Definition
A Morally Exploratory World is a global structure designed to maximize the chances of identifying and adopting better moral values over time. It is characterized by diversity, political experimentation, and the rigorous protection of the mechanisms for critical inquiry.
Why It Matters
Static moralities fail to keep pace with technological change (e.g., AI, biotech). An exploratory approach to morality ensures that our ethical frameworks evolve to address new existential risks rather than clinging to outdated dogmas that no longer fit the context.
Core Concepts
- Diversity as Defense: Preventing Value Lock-in by ensuring that many different moral and social models are tested simultaneously.
- Political Experimentalism: Creating “Charter Cities” or special zones where new forms of governance and social organization can be tried without risking the whole world.
- Protection of the “Discovery Engine”: Absolute protection for free speech, open debate, and scientific inquiry, as these are the tools used to find and correct moral errors.
- Avoiding Global Homogenization: Resisting the urge for a single, unified global culture or government if that structure would suppress moral competition and experimentation.