Judith J. Thomson

Judith Jarvis Thomson was an influential philosopher best known for her work on ethics and moral philosophy, especially her famous thought experiment about abortion. She challenged the view that abortion is always wrong by asking us to imagine scenarios where a woman’s rights and the rights of a fetus might conflict. Her work encourages nuanced thinking about moral issues, emphasizing that sometimes complex situations require careful moral reasoning rather than strict rules. Thomson’s insights have significantly shaped debates on reproductive rights, emphasizing the importance of individual rights and moral considerations.