taskbar. n. 1. (Computer Science) a row of selectable buttons and icons typically running along the bottom of a computer screen, displaying information such as the names of running programs.
What is the point of moral reasoning? Well, we can think of moral reasoning as a tool and, like any tool, there are lots of ways it can be used. One thing it can be used for is discovering truths. People who use moral reasoning to try to discover truths begin with a certain view about morality.
Clearly, motivated reasoning is emotion driven. It seems to be assumed by social scientists that motivated reasoning is driven by a desire to avoid cognitive dissonance. Self-delusion, in other words, feels good, and that's what motivates people to vehemently defend obvious falsehoods.