Not A Poll: Does Motivation Affect Morality?

[robvalue]

I would say there is no fixed, correct way to "measure" morality. Everyone uses their own method.

Personally, I take as many factors into consideration as possible. I certainly don't just consider outcomes. So yes, for me, motivation makes a difference regarding my assessment.

To show a simple example of why I consider this to be the case:

I hack into a charity's bank account, with the intention of stealing their money. I accidentally give them my money instead, and am then unable to correct my mistake. I would consider the act completely immoral, due to the motivation (and intent), even though the outcome would generally be considered moral if you had no other information.