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Abstract
This paper seeks to provide a response to Gaffney's analysis of teamwork by arguing that teamwork is morally neutral rather than a virtue in itself. This conclusion will be supported by examples which demonstrate how teamwork can develop and foster undesirable traits and practices such as resentment, contempt and the purely instrumental use of others in the achievement of desired ends.
Notes
1. In cycling, energy savings can be made of up to 30% by using the ‘slipstream’ of other riders. Therefore, team events often designate one rider to be ‘towed’ along by other teammates using this method in order to conserve energy for the latter stage of the race.
2. The role of ‘domestique’ is a supporting one which often means far more than simply aiding a teammate to victory in the race itself.
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Emily Ryall
University of Gloucestershire.