Philosophy Hume raises the problem of causality in a section entitled “Skeptical Doubts Concerning the Operations of the Understanding.” He then offers a response in the following section, “Skeptical Solutions of These Doubts.” Why are these skeptical doubts? Why are these skeptical solutions? How would you characterize Hume’s skepticism (here you will want to consider […]
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What would make a moral system unreasonable in its requirements?
Write a paper on criticisms of utilitarianism. Your paper will include sub-discussions on the following: Is Utilitarianism reasonable in its requirements? What would make a moral system unreasonable in its requirements? Does Utilitarianism adequately address challenges against it such as those made by Hume? Or by Williams? If so, how do these challenges relate to […]
What does it illustrate about justice in the city and in the individual?
Discuss and critically evaluate Descartes’ proof that God must exist. That is; fully explain the responses and replies to this ‘proof’. Is the critic successful in his efforts to refute Descartes? Why or why not? Possible topics: Again, please do not feel limited to these topics. You are encouraged to write on what interests you […]
What was your experience of your intervention like?-Aim for a topic that points out what is important and why it is important to creating a world you want to live in.
Sustainability – reflection an ideal community The final paper for this class asks you to address the following question: what specific step(s) will you take in the next six months to make your ideal community a reality? Rather than offer a few underdeveloped ideas on your way out the door at the end of term, […]
Give your own modern-day example of a case of ‘freedom of expression’ that Mill would want to prohibit/censor.
Mill’s Harm Principle I) Using the Wolff text, state and give a brief explanation of Mill’s Harm Principle, AKA the Liberty Principle. (In your explanation you should say something to motivate the principle:What is Mill trying to accomplish in issuing the principle?) II) Explain why Mill thinks that liberty is valuable for moral progress (see […]
What laws and/or policies support the issue? The reasoning for the issue is it necessary, why/why not?
Can choose from 8 topics Read The Civil Rights Movement and the National Government, Crisis, and Civil Liberties then write up to 5 pages, typed, double-spaced, 12 pt. font, APA formatting. Combining civil rights and civil liberties (they are not the same) discussing one issue where the public looks to the national government to correct/fix […]
Provide one objection to having DEI policies and practices at a business.Share an argument moral or empirical to justify the objection.
Answer these 3 questions 1.Provide one objection to having DEI policies and practices at a business.Share an argument moral or empirical to justify the objection. 2.Provide one DEI Business issue topic. Then state your position and provide an argument (empirical or moral) to justify your position. 3.What would you most like to talk about in […]
Briefly state the difference between relativism and the dialectical method.
The Sophists, Socrates, and Plato Briefly state the difference between relativism and the dialectical method.Who do you think is correct, the sophists or the Socrates and Plato? Both? Neither? Explain your answer.
Does the fact that Wiesel and Frankl endured the concentration camps give their views a greater resonance for you? Explain your answer.
How do Martin Buber, Emanual Levinas, and Elie Wiesel differ from Victor Frankl in their views of the possibility of finding meaning in response to the Holocaust? What do the terms freedom, responsibility, and suffering mean to Frankl? Does the fact that Wiesel and Frankl endured the concentration camps give their views a greater resonance […]
What extent does an analysis of colonialism provide a useful conceptual and historical framework for understanding genocides?
Genocide Chosen Essay Question: To what extent does an analysis of colonialism provide a useful conceptual and historical framework for understanding genocides? Use one case study either from within this unit or of your own choosing to assess the value and limitations of using colonialism as a historical and conceptual framework. As you compose your […]
