Category Archives: Philosophy

Describe the merit argument-Give some issues with the merit argument-discuss whether you think it succeeds as an argument against preferential hiring.

From Chapter 11, Describe the merit argument. Give some issues with the merit argument, and discuss whether you think it succeeds as an argument against preferential hiring. Give philosophically adequate arguments. Give an accurate analysis of the arguments presented and to give well-constructed arguments. Lastly, give an accurate account of the theories and terms presented […]

Do the figure(s) you have selected account for these different aspects of the problem-do they handle some aspects better than others?

For our final assignment, you are asked to write a 4-5 page paper where you articulate your response to the problem of evil relating to the issues and figures that we have covered in this course. Your paper should include the following components: Choose one of the figures from the second part of the course […]

Do you believe God exists?-Clearly describe what you mean when you use the term God-explain why you do or do not believe that such an entity actually exists.

Do you believe God exists? Clearly describe what you mean when you use the term God and explain why you do or do not believe that such an entity actually exists. In the course of your discussion, explain how your own arguments are similar or how they differ from those of Augustine, Anselm, Aquinas, and […]

How does a Kantian ethic view our obligations toward others, according to Van Wyk?

“Abortion and the Feminine Voice” and “World Hunger and the Extent of Our Positive Duties.” Write an essay of one of the following questions: 1. What is Robert N. Van Wyk’s argument about our obligation to respond to famine and poverty? (Remember to explain his whole argument, including his premises and conclusion, and not just […]

What is Dworkin’s view about when the state is warranted in creating paternalistic laws,-how does he defend it?

Rawls – Civil Disobedience 1. Practitioners of civil disobedience demonstrate fidelity to law, but political rioters do not. Draw on Rawls’s theory of civil disobedience to explain why it can be important for those who break the law as a form of protest to express respect for the authority of the state, and say how, […]

What kinds of data are used? Are the models idealized? How?-Do different sides of the controversy take different strategies? Why?

1. Within your “home discipline,” find a scholarly controversy or debate about some issue. It could be from a previous class you’ve taken, or just something you’re just interested in. 2. Find at least two (2) papers within that debate. Obviously, these papers should represent at least two positions within the debate. They should disagree […]

What does this conception of freedom entail us to do-in your judgment-why is this a better theory than the alternatives?

Leave empty This is a critical essay here is the prompt– Of Kant, Hegel, and Marx, what conception of freedom do you find the most persuasive? What does this conception of freedom entail us to do, and in your judgment, why is this a better theory than the alternatives? The prompt is at the very […]

What is the difference between Ethical Relativism-“traditional” notions of morality?

Ethical Relativism Answer the following essay question: What is the difference between Ethical Relativism and “traditional” notions of morality? Explain and evaluate the basic arguments – diversity, tolerance, non-resolvability — offered for relativism, and the criticisms offered against these reasons. Explain moral subjectivism and moral emotivism, and how Moore’s “open question” argument criticizes these positions. […]

What is the ultimate “no-self”, according to Bernadette Roberts-How is it different from mere ego-death?

Philosophy of Religion • Each question should be 150 words • Please use the video lectures provided in this link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/p3fs3ooz6x7zo5s/AABPO6j2HtgyiTX16iR1T9uha?dl= • No outside sources are needed or encouraged • Each answer should show a thorough understanding of the course material and should not sound “copy-paste” Pick 5 out of the 6 questions: 1. “Eternity […]