of uniformity within humanity then allows conclusion of moral truth. If we conclude, however, that there are no universal values and adopt relativism, all practical reason must serve passion. If reason indicates that the desired end requires fulfillment of a condition, we may come to want the latter as a means to the original end.
             Emotivism presents several advantages as an ethical theory. First, it accounts for the irresolvable, often volatile nature of certain moral disputes. Rationale is futile in passion driven arguments. Second, emotivism allows for morality as a motivator. If moral judgements are expressions of feelings, attitudes, and favor or disfavor, then it is understandable why moral judgement is so closely linked to action, as it seems to be. According to the theory, if you favor an event, you want it to occur. The desire is motivation to act.
             Emotivism is not, despite its advantages, unassailable. It fails to satisfy the perception of morality as law. We tend to regard morality as
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