Phrases with «public conscience»

The phrase "public conscience" refers to the collective values, beliefs, and moral standards of a community or society as a whole. It represents the general sense of what is right or wrong, fair or unfair that guides the behavior and decision-making of people within that community. Full definition

Sentences with «public conscience»

  • Lawand said that for the ICRC, the «ultimate» question is if the dictates of public conscience permit machines on battlefield that operate without human control. (stopkillerrobots.org)
  • It allows you to look closely at the overlooked by bringing a barely visible, if very famous, street protest into a museum of art where the anguished expressiveness of its appeal to public conscience turns out to be very nearly overwhelming. (theguardian.com)
  • Guilt must be proven, and if guilt is proven despite a robust defence as put forth by a defence lawyer, then a penalty can be assesed with a clear public conscience. (remonline.com)
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