Michael Huemer

Michael Huemer is a philosopher known for his work in moral epistemology, particularly in relation to internalism and externalism. Internalism asserts that moral knowledge depends on factors accessible to one's own reasoning, while externalism posits that knowledge can depend on external factors beyond one's awareness. Huemer critiques both positions, defending a view that emphasizes intuition and common sense in moral understanding. He argues that our moral beliefs should be closely examined, suggesting that moral knowledge can be intuitively grasped and doesn’t always rely on external validation, challenging traditional notions in moral philosophy.