... view violates Kant's categorical imperative (Freeman 247). However Freeman's proposed solution is also inadequate. This theory creates a paradox as a stakeholder can treat others as means only. The dilemma arises when management is unable to adjudicate between conflicting stakeholders. Freeman's stakeholder theory is a morally neutral theory. It does not adopt a normative stance. This neutral feature results in ... of the decision maker ultimately determines social good of an action. Virtues take predominance when there is no categorically binding principle. Hence each decision is based ...

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