Category:Morality
World Poverty: Can We End Poverty Overnight?
August 20, 2015 | Video
Americans make up around four percent of the world population and yet they control over 25% of the world’s wealth. If that wealth were shared evenly across the globe, couldn’t we solve the problem of global poverty overnight? Learn more: The answer unfortunately is no. Sharing one’s wealth with those who have less is admirable […]
Poverty: Moral Dilemma – Why You Might NOT Save A Child From Drowning
August 13, 2015 | Video
Would you lose $500 to save a drowning child? We explore a thought experiment that just may save someone’s life. Learn more: bit.ly/1Elqazl Imagine you’re walking to work in the morning down a quiet rural road to the side of the road there’s a pond and pass by every day. Only today, something is different. […]
Charity vs. Taxation – What is the Difference? [Extended Cut]
July 30, 2015 | Video
What is the difference between paying a tax and donating to a charity? Many Americans support charities ranging from the American Red Cross to PETA, but is it moral to make others donate to a charity of your choice? Rob Gressis, a professor of philosophy, went on campus at California State University – Northridge, to […]
Charity vs. Taxation – What is the Difference?
July 30, 2015 | Video
What is the difference between paying a tax and donating to a charity? Many Americans support charities ranging from the American Red Cross to PETA, but is it moral to make others donate to a charity of your choice? Rob Gressis, a professor of philosophy, went on campus at California State University – Northridge, to […]