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The fallacies of objection to selective conscientious objection

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posted on 2023-06-08, 15:47 authored by Amir Paz-FuchsAmir Paz-Fuchs, Michael Sfard
This paper critically analyzes the theoretical and pragmatic arguments raised against the refusal of individuals to serve in a specific military campaign that they view as immoral. The Israeli Supreme Court case of Zonshein v. Judge-Advocate General will serve as an axis of discussion. Courts worldwide have accepted that a categorical distinction exists between universal and selective conscientious objection. The combination of the Zonshein decision and the accompanying academic debate presents the opportunity to reexamine the reasons that are offered to as support for distinguishing the two types of conscientious objection. Close scrutiny finds them wanting

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  • Published

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Journal

Israel Law Review

ISSN

0021-2237

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Cambridge University Press

Volume

36

Page range

111-143

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  • Law Publications

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  • Yes

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2013-09-18

First Open Access (FOA) Date

2013-09-18

First Compliant Deposit (FCD) Date

2013-09-18

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