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    be deemed of moral character‚ and to apply the moral character as a base for one’s choices and actions." (Gowdy‚ 2011). Ethical thinker associated with theory The ethical thinker/thinkers associated with utilitarianism are Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill. Emmanuel Kant (Trevino & Nelson‚ 2011). Aristotle (Trevino & Nelson‚ 2011). Decision-making process The decision making process is to Identify all of the possible stakeholders and what would be the consequences the harms and benefits

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    name and brought more attention to it than those before him. Bentham came up with a guide named the calculus of felicity that included seven categories for choosing among different possible activities to promote one’s happiness or pleasures. John Stuart Mills‚ also an utilitarian‚ added to Bentham’s calculus because he did not fully agree with everything it stood for. Bernard Williams argued that utilitarianism is not a good moral theory and that it violates moral integrity. In this paper I will

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    be fixed over a long period of time; but unfortunately there are no quick fixes. There are several reasons why the welfare system must be eliminated. A utilitarianist‚ or someone who believes in doing what will maximize social utility‚ like John Stuart Mills‚ would say that the money used to fund welfare could be used in bettering the education system. In doing this‚ it would fix the problem at the root of it all‚ and educate people‚ instead of feeding their current state. This would be best for

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    The essay discusses the context of ethics in a church environment. The ethnographic study took place at a Polish church in Izabelin and the analysis of this church organization will be covered in this essay. It will touch the context of ethics in different environments and there will be recommendations on the given organization as well. The observations took place at a Catholic church in Izabelin on a Sunday mass. The interior design of the church is very old fashion‚ stained glass windows give

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    Philosophy Exam 2 4/13/12 Topic #2 Many examples of theoretical arguments for God’s existence start from the fact of ethical normativity. Human beings are aware of actions as being right and wrong‚ obligatory and forbidden. Such awareness carries with it the thought that they are bound to do some things and bound to avoid doing others. Moral qualities have a binding attached to them shown in the force of the moral “ought” and the moral “must”. If I make a promise‚ the promise creates an

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    Utilitarianism. “The principle of utility as outlined by John Stuart Mill is that one is obligated morally to produce the greatest good for the greatest number of people “ (Bluffton College).in other worlds you have to weight your action and its effects on society as a hole. It is your moral duty to optimize every situation. It could contain human sacrifice (sacrificing one person for the survival of 2 people) by determining that such an action will optimize utility in the situation; this will make

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    Deontology also uses the golden rule; therefore as a deontology rule Sally should defy her boss and tell the client the truth despite possibly losing her job. However in a matter of consequence the ethical theory of utilitarianism coined by John Stuart Mills (1808-73) is used where the general act will promote the greatest happiness. In telling the truth Sally is morally happy with herself but runs the risk of losing her job. However Liz is unhappy

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    In this essay I will attempt to elaborate on John Stuart Mill’s view on Free Speech while also discussing how the opposing side would argue his view on the topic. In this specific topic Mill addresses whether people should be allowed to persuade or limit anyone else’s expression of opinion. Mill argues that everyone should share the equal opportunity of free speech. He supports his theory with four arguments. Mill’s first view is that it is wrong to silence one’s opinion. Actually he would also

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    Bibliography: • Andre‚ Claire‚ and Manuel Velasquez. "Calculating Consequences: The Utilitarian Approach to Ethics."Markkula Center for Applied Ethics. Santa Clara University‚ n. d. Web. Web. 7 Nov. 2012. . • Heydt‚ Colin. "John Stuart Mill." Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy. N.p.‚ n. d. Web. Web. 7 Nov. 2012. . • Anderson‚ Kerby. "Utilitarianism: The Greatest Good for the Greatest Number." Probe Ministries. N.p.‚ 2004. Web. Web. 9 Nov. 2012. .

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    Start indicting those responsible for Sabah bloodshed By William M. Esposo  The Philippine Star (Updated March 5‚ 2013 - 12:00am) The March 2 early afternoon press conference at Malacanang Palace revealed hitherto unknown contacts between the President Benigno S. Aquino III (P-Noy) government and Sultan Jamalul Kiram and his family. Per Cabinet Secretary Rene Almendras‚ immediately after the Sabah crisis started‚ Secretaries Ronald Llamas (Political Adviser) and CP Garcia (National Security

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