What is 'objective' value?

[Excited Penguin]

I can't make out the point you're making here, if any.

In other words, by a "meaningful or rational investigation" into ethical intent and behavior it is taken for granted that an objective standard for evaluation exists. If you don't understand that, I can only suggest reading more of the relevant literature, as I'm not sure how the point can be put any simpler.

I understand what you're saying. I don't understand why you're saying it, though. It's as though you're arguing with me about it.