Sexual ethics

protect others from those who want to cause harm. An article published in 2013 was discussing the literature and data points proposing the idea of allowing teachers to carry concealed guns on school grounds. In some states, such as Texas and Utah teachers are allowed to carry guns, while some still believe that adding guns into the school environment will cause more harm than good (Buck, Yurvati, & Drake, 2013). This topic has me caught in the middle, I do believe that if a shooter knew that…

Rhonda should claim to be the driver. When she agreed to drive after the party, she took on Larry’s trust, and the responsibility of their, and many others’, lives. Kant’s categorical imperative states that a person should “act only on that maxim by which you can at the same time will that it should become universal law.” A maxim determines whether the actions that a person take are right, wrong, or permissible. Driving under the influence is wrong in any case and circumstances, as it endangers…

Hobbes theory of realism can closely relate to the idea of moral skepticism because of their emphasis on security of the individual. In addition, Locke’s theory of idealism can relate to the idea of communitarianism because of their link in moral ethics rising among nations. Lastly, Rousseau’s perspective of rationalism is supported by the idea of cosmopolitanism, relating by the unity of states through thriving individuals. When compared the idea of moral skepticism and idea of realism have…

Blacks’ law dictionary defines it as a situation that can undermine a person due to self interest and public interest. It is further defined in Ethics and Professional Practice for Paralegals as an interest, financial or otherwise, that may negatively affect a paralegal’s ability to fulfill her professional and ethical obligations to a client. With these two definitions it is clear to see that…

have our opinions but when we respect each other’s opinions and are open we can accomplish more together. This allows for valuable discussion between the students too. Professional educator code of ethics is a set of standards that is commonly know between a group of school system. A common ethic in teachers in dressing professionally. Students and other faculty will respect a person more when they are dressed to respect. As teachers we are standing in front of a class so I think kids are…

questionable for many people worried about “playing God” or causing problems at a broader, societal level. Based on the principles of parental virtue ethics and procreative beneficence, however, it is morally desirable for parents to select children with the best possible genetic endowment. Rosalind McDougall offers a wonderful outline of the parental virtue ethics approach…

Justice is an asset man people throughout history have wielded and cherished, but has it always been correctly understood. The question of ‘What is justice’ is one that causes people to challenge their beliefs and their knowledge. In The Republic, by Plato, Socrates questions many things, including the possible definition of justice. Another character named Thrasymachus joins the conversation to present a different view of justice from the one Socrates is contemplating. The main focus of these…

There are many people who would describe the term ethical behavior as knowing the difference between right and wrong. Unfortunately, ethics is neither black nor white, it does not always present itself in a perfect package making it easy to choose between the two. There are countless times when making the ethical decision is confusing, uncertain, and especially difficult. At times, the initial decision may appear to be innocent and ethical; however, the repercussions that may not surface for…

Unlike viruses and worms though, Trojans do not reproduce by infecting other files nor do they self-replicate. Kantianism and Utilitarianism in Ethics Kantian ethics are based upon the teachings of philosopher Immanuel Kant. According to Kant, motive is the most important thing to consider when determining if something is ethical. As such, Kant believed that a moral action is performed out of a sense…

Should any constraint ought to be placed on the freedom of a business to export capital for production abroad. Adam Smith would argue that when people are free to pursue their own economic interest they will produce the greatest good for all (Shaw and Barry, 154-155.) I disagree with Adam Smith and take a utilitarian stance on this issue where the company needs to act in ways to produce the most happiness for the most people (Shaw and Barry, 59 – 62.) I feel a company has a moral obligation to…