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Are contracts inherently ethical because of contract law? Why or why not?

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An interesting question. First I looked up the definition of inherent: existing as an inseparable part; intrinsic.

Then I saw an interesting quote: "It is not from the benevolence of the butcher, the brewer, or the baker that we expect our dinner, but from their regard to their own interest." - Adam Smith

Are contracts inherently ethical because of contract law? Why or why not?

In my view, contracts are not inherently ethical because of ...

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