In this paper I argue against the theory of direct reference. I show how direct reference theorists are naturally led to the position that singular propositions about contingently existing concrete individuals have these individuals as constituents. I then raise problems for the view that propositions have contingently existing concrete constituents. I contend that these problems tell strongly against the theory of direct reference.
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Davidson, M. (2000). Direct Reference and Singular Propositions. American Philosophical Quarterly, 37(3), 285–300.
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