Mill & Comte/ On Morality
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A 5 page research paper that contrasts and compares the moral philosophy of Auguste Comte and John Stuart Mill. The writer argues that the nineteenth century was a turbulent time that witnessed how advances in scientific knowledge and the Industrial Revolution literally transformed the world. To many philosophers, such as Auguste Comte and John Stuart Mill, it appeared that new times called for new ways of thinking and that there was an urgent need for new institutions among human societies that would be better suited to the changing environment that they witnessed all around them. Citing their long correspondence, the writer further argues that their philosophies were very similar while noting on what areas they disagreed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: 90moral.rtf

Mill & Marx / Comparison
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This 5 page paper compares John Stuart Mill's On Liberty essay with The Communist Manifesto written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. Several ideas are explored including each theorist's view on freedom and individuality. Bibliography lists 2 sources
Filename: Marxmill.wps

On Liberty And Drugs
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A 5 page paper discussing drug usage in relationship to the ideas set forth by John Stuart Mill in his book 'On Liberty.' Mill stands strong in his beliefs that people should be allowed to essentially do as they please as long as it doesn't harm anyone else. Arguments discussed involve the legalization of drugs, and the further pursuit of drug enforcement. The notion addressed concerns whether or not Mill's ideas should be implemented in the field of drug policy. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Utilitarianism vs. Kant
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A 6 page paper on the theories of Immanuel Kant and John Stuart Mill. The writer gives an example of an ethical problem and describes what each philosopher would choose to do. Bibliography lists four supporting sources.
Filename: Kantutal.wps

Ethical Theory in Sports Journalism
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A 22 page paper discussing the philosophies underlying the solid and accepted principles of journalism, particularly as they relate to any sort of conflict of interest arising from simultaneous corporate ownership of reporting organizations and performing organizations. The paper discusses the philosophies of Kant, Mill, Aristotle and Rawls, relating them to the growing problems of such conflict of interest enabled in large part by the consolidation trend fueling mergers and acquisitions. The second and smaller section of the paper provides concrete example of the problems of subjectivity in reporting. It provides several examples of broadcast 'cheerleading' styles dating from as far back as the 1960s and examines the implications of the 1999 purchase by the corporate parent of the Dallas Morning News of a minor stake in Dallas' struggling rofessional basketball team, the Mavericks. Bibliography lists 17 sources.
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Nietzsche And Plato
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The tenets of Christianity have been built on a foundation derived, to a large part, from the philosophies of Plato. Nietzsche was vehemently opposed to Christianity, and by extension, to Plato's most basic of ideas. He thought that the emphasis on the transcendental nature depreciated the value of corporeal life and the innate potentials of man. Plato felt that the striving for perfection in man was directly attributable to the a priori nature of both ideas and moral 'good'. This 4 page paper sets the two philosophers and their philosophies in debate. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Friedrich Nietzsche and Plato
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This 5 page report discusses Nietzsche's criticisms of Plato and then what Plato's reaction would be to Nietzsche's theories and beliefs. Plato believes that good is an absolute. There is one vision or one conceptually agreed upon consciousness of good and it is applicable for all people regardless of circumstance. In contrast, Nietzsche believes in the relative nature of good. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Nietzsche And Christianity
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In the third essay in the Genealogy of Morals, Friedrich Nietzsche presents a discourse on Christianity. In his words: 'When one looks for the beginnings of Christianity in the Roman world, one finds associations for mutual discovery.' This 4 page paper examines Nietzsche's views on Christianity. No additional sources are listed.
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Nietzsche's 'The Genealogy Of Morals'
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This 5 page paper analyzes the slave/master paradigm as contained in the first essay of this work. A discussion of how it relates to various relationships throughout history is included. No additional sources cited.
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Nietzsche's 'The Genealogy Of Morals' # 3
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This 5 page paper analyzes the third essay of the popular work. The essay addresses a variety of issues, including mental illness and religion, but the primary focus is on asceticism. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Moralg.wps

Nietzsche's 'The Genealogy Of Morals' / Democratic Prejudice of the Modern Age
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This 5 page research paper examines the term 'democratic prejudice' which is used by Friedrich Nietzsche in his 1887 treatise, The Genealogy of Morals. Specifically discussed are the concepts of master and slave; good and evil; and how language has been used to perpetuate prejudice throughout history. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Romero and Constable/ Two Views on Domestic Work
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A 6 page analysis of two works that addresses the situation of the minority domestic worker. 'Chicanas Modernize Domestic Service' by and Mary Romero and Nicole Constable in her book Maid to Order in Hong Kong, talk about the equities of power and control that typify the employer/employee relationship for domestic workers. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 90dmestc.rtf

Christian Ethics & Collective Evil / Bonhoeffer and King
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A 15 page paper that provides an overview of the basic elements of Bonhoeffer and King's religious ethics and considers them in terms of the political and social issues of their day. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Cevil.wps

Assisted Suicide
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This 5 page report discusses various ethical issues associated with assisted suicide. The debate has generally centered around both the moral and legal issues of the process. The central argument for assisted suicide is based on respect for the patients' autonomy. The main argument against assisted suicide is the belief in the inherent sacredness of life and that God only has the right to end one's life. The ethical questions surrounding the care of terminally ill patients often focus on when treatment should be withheld or withdrawn. A case study regarding a paralyzed but mentally competent adult, African-American man and a severely disabled newborn is also considered. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWasssui.wps

Hard Choices - The Controversy Surrounding Euthanasia
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A 5 page paper that examines court cases that have challenged the practice of euthanasia, or an individual's right to end one's own life when faced with terminal illness or a vegetative state. Focus is on two 1997 cases in particular, Cruzan v. Missouri Department of Health and Washington v. Glucksberg. Included are views held by those opposing the practice of euthanasia as well as views of proponents. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: LCChoice.doc

Ethics in Law
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This 5 page paper tackles three legal questions. One pertains to legal perternalism, another to sexual harassment and finally, the topic of assisting third world countries in cleaning up the environment is addressed. Both sides of each issue are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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