Why should this issue be on the government’s agenda? Why should the local official care about this issue? What’s the problem or the danger if something isn’t done? How many people does the issue affect, and how does it affect them? What are the key things to know about past government efforts to deal with this issue? What […]
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Critically discuss Plato’s distinction between knowledge (or Being) and opinion (or becoming) in reference to the divided line and the allegory of the cave. Your paper will want to offer an argument either defending or rejecting Plato’s position regarding his theory of knowledge in which the dialectic serves as the means to the highest level of knowledge, i.e. the forms. In other words, do the forms provide a criteria for knowledge?
Write a critical essay (1,200 words, 4 to 5 double spaced pages) on one of the following topics. This is a research paper; therefore, all primary and secondary sources must be cited. In other words, your paper must include a bibliography and footnotes. Plagiarism will result in a failing grade. topic 1 is The Meno […]
Define the connection between them. What do these two quotation say about a particular topic/concept?
1. Read the quotations below and find a common thread between them: What philosophies of life do the quotations contain? How do they compare? Are they compatible? 2. Pick just one pair: one quotation from Mairs and one from Tolentino. 3. Define the connection between them. What do these two quotation say about a particular […]
What is a miracle?Do you think that a belief in miracles, as you have defined it, is necessary in Judaism?Discuss
What is a miracle? Choose one of our readings on this topic to answer the question. Do you think that a belief in miracles, as you have defined it, is necessary in Judaism? Consider at least one objection to your view. The readings are uploaded. No outside citation. <br>The paper should be written double-spaced using […]
Briefly explain the Trolley Problem (not the Footbridge Dilemma that comes later in the video) in your own words. Then, explain how you think a utilitarian would respond to the dilemma that you explained and whether you agree with the utilitarian that that action is what the individual in the case ought to do.
Watch the video below for a short animation of the traditional Trolley Problem (first scenario) and the Footbridge version (second scenario). Watch the video linked below. briefly explain the Trolley Problem (not the Footbridge Dilemma that comes later in the video) in your own words. Then, explain how you think a utilitarian would respond to […]
Create your own personal comprehensive definition of terrorism. Identify the key criteria inherent in your personal definition, and explain their importance.
Summarize, with citations, at least four different definitions of terrorism. The definitions must come from sources such as: U.S. government agencies (such as FBI, DOJ, CIA, DOD, DHS, DOS, DIA, NSA). International agencies or foreign governments (such as United Nations, England, Israel). Terrorism experts (such as Bruce Hoffman, Walter Laqueur, Brian Jenkins, Paul Pillar). Compare […]
What is the problem of public health and ethics?Explain Callahan’s Argument
Paper details: Read Ethics and Public Health- Forging a Strong Relationship located in “Files” What is the problem of public health and ethics? 1/2 page Then explain Callahan’s Argument One page What is the counter argument? 1/2 page Conclude with your argument One page
Discuss,In particular we looked at the case of a chief of a tribe who lost his sister and his niece in an accident. What would an ethical relativist say about such a case? What about a moral objectivist? Be sure to define both views in your essay. Do you agree? W
Topic: In particular we looked at the case of a chief of a tribe who lost his sister and his niece in an accident. What would an ethical relativist say about such a case? What about a moral objectivist? Be sure to define both views in your essay. Do you agree? W Paper details: Paper […]
Apply the concept of moral equivalence. Is the conduct of doctors in relation to smoking and the tobacco industry morally equivalent to the conduct of doctors in the opioid crisis? Explain your position and be very specific.
Initial Post Instructions For the initial post, research the history of the association of doctors with tobacco companies and tobacco advertising. Read about the association of doctors with the opioid crisis. Then, address the following: In what way are the two situations comparable? In what way are they different? Apply the concept of moral equivalence. […]
Discuss Why does Chesterton think philosophy is important?
In 1936, an essay by G.K. Chesterton entitled ‘The Revival of Philosophy – Why?’ was published. After reading this essay, write a paper consisting of two main parts. The first part (between 500 and 750 words) should be devoted to answering this question: Why does Chesterton think philosophy is important? The second part of the […]
