According to some Philosophers, only human beings are capable of thinking critically. Thus, they maintain reasoning or critical thinking is what distinguishes us from animals.
According to some Philosophers, only human beings are capable of thinking critically. Thus, they maintain reasoning or critical thinking is what distinguishes us from animals. Do you agree with these philosophers that ONLY human beings are capable of thinking critically? If so why, if no, why not?
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Discussion 2
According to social relativists, right and wrong are only matters of cultural practice, and cultural practice varies from society to society; therefore, there is no such thing as universal right or wrong. Social Relativists’ argument implies that we cannot criticize other peoples’ cultural practices, no matter what. Do you agree with social relativists that there are no “universal rights or wrongs”? Why or why not? Please, use concrete examples to either refute or support their argument.
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Discussion 3
Given the fast and steady increase in the homicide rate involving guns and the violence by criminals using guns in the United States, do you think we need stricter gun control laws even if those laws will violate the right of citizens as spelled out in the second amendment “the right to bear arms”? Substantiate your position with compelling evidence.
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Discussion 4
Should capital punishment (death penalty) be abolished in the United States of America? If yes, why, if no, why not?
Please make sure you back up your argument with compelling evidence. Also, remember to comment on others’ answers. Your grade will be based on the quality and quantity of your input.
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Discussion 5
President Trump has declared a national emergency at the border to access billions of dollars to build a border wall that Congress refused to give him. According to him, the declaration is meant to protect the country from the flow of drugs, criminals and illegal immigrants coming across the border from Mexico, which he characterized as a profound threat to national security. Do you find President Trump’s argument convincing? Why or why not? Support your answer with compelling evidence or examples.
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Discussion 6
In the light of the epidemic of gun violence in the nation’s schools, some politicians have suggested concealed carry weapons for teachers as a solution to school shootings. According to these politicians, the only way to stop mass shootings in schools is with MORE guns rather than fewer. Do you find this line of reasoning compelling? If yes, why, if no, why not? In your opinion, what is the best solution to curb the epidemic of gun violence in the nation’s schools? Justify your answer?
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Discussion 7
In your opinion, do you think Affirmative Action is just/fair to young white males who are passed over on the basis of race? Given that we have had black President, do you think Affirmative Action is still necessary? If yes, why, if no, why not?
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Discussion 8
Should the government tax wealthy citizens (more) to support people who are poor and needy? (p. 316) If yes, why, if no, why not? Please support your answer with compelling examples/evidence.
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Discussion 9
Answer one of the questions below (You may choose to answer both; however, you are required to write only on one, and comment on others’ answers.)
1) Alabama Supreme Court recently ruled that an unborn baby is a person; therefore, abortion is murder. Do you agree with the Alabama Supreme Court’s decision that fetuses are persons; therefore, abortion is murder? Why or why not? Please, support your answer with compelling evidence.
2) A young woman is considering having an abortion because she does not think she can afford to have a child. She got pregnant in an uncommitted relationship, and she does not want to risk the chance of being a single mother. As well, she is not emotionally and financially mature enough to raise a child, and she is a brilliant student wishing to finish her education. She is being pressured to have an abortion by her boyfriend, who is fearful of the prospect of being a father, and/or by her parents, who are ashamed of her and don’t wish for her to be a single unmarried mother. Would you or would you not recommend abortion to her? Justify your position.
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Discussion 10
According to Immanuel Kant, since truthfulness must be an unconditional duty, there is never a good reason for lying. Do you agree with Kant that lying is always wrong no matter what? Please justify your answer with compelling examples or evidence.
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Discussion 11
According to ethical egoists, right actions are those that promote one’s own best interests (Vaugh p. 430). Thus, ethical egoists agree with psychological egoists that the basis of all human action is ultimately self-interest.
Do you agree with ethical and psychological egoists that human beings are incapable of acting selflessly? In other words, are all human actions motivated by self-interest? Justify your answer with compelling evidence or examples.
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