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18. Thought / A. Modes of Thought / 5. Rationality / a. Rationality

4629	Consistency is the cornerstone of rationality [Baggini /Fosl]
	Full Idea: Consistency is the cornerstone of rationality.
	From: J Baggini / PS Fosl (The Philosopher's Toolkit [2003], §1.06)
	A reaction: This is right, and is a cornerstone of Kant's approach to ethics. Rational beings must follow principles - in order to be consistent in their behaviour. 'Consistent' now requires a definition….