PHIL 140 Discussion Week 5

Answer one of the following:

1. Think of something that you believe is a Universal moral law – or if it is not, that you believe should be. Why do you think it is (or should be) universal? If it isn’t, why might that be?
    
2. In dealing with the question of the Elder Care, does Utilitarianism provide ideas for solving these problems?
    
3. When you were growing up, what were the three or four most important rules in your family? Do you think these rules were rational and fair? Why or why not? Explain your thinking. What rules have you rejected as you have gotten older, and why? Which have you maintained, and why? What are the most important rules you live by today (if any)? Are there any rules you think should never be "bent" or "broken"? If yes, which one(s), and why? If not, why not?
    
4. Imagine you are the sole monarch of the small island nation of Freedonia. As king or queen, you can make whatever rules you think best to govern the Freedonian people. First, explain how you would decide what the rules should be. Then tell us what you'd impose as your top three or four rules for Freedonia, and explain why. Use concepts from the course in your discussion.