George Cotkin looks at diverse yet central issues such as the problem of evil, moral responsibility, racial identity, & capital punishment, juxtaposed against events such as the bombing of civilians during World War II, the My Lai Massacre, & the invasion of Iraq to demonstrate that moral complexity & confusion can be productive. ...
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Morality, Harm, And The Law
Some of the most difficult and wrenching social and political issues in US society today are about the relationship between strongly-held moral values and the laws of the land. This anthology presents readings which offer an understanding of these issues.
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Some of the most difficult & wrenching social & political issues in US society today are about the relationship between strongly-held moral values & the laws of the l&. This anthology presents readings which offer an understanding of these issues.
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