...The theory of equity is to motivate people to seek social equity in the rewards they receive for their performance. This relates to The Parlor in several different ways. The Parlor was developed as a restaurant aimed at providing service and atmosphere from the roaring twenties. The service aspect of the restaurant consisted of accents from the twenties like an old time piano mechanically driven to play music. They specialized in old time fountain sodas and ice cream sundaes. Overall they had a high quality of food and service. Owned and managed by Richard Purvis in San Francisco, The Parlor has grown steadily during the last seven years. With such an incline in business, Purvis decided to hire a manager. Purvis also wanted to try to devote more time to developing additional business ideas. With new business ideas in mind, Purvis went through a month of recruitment and interviewing. After careful selection he chose Paul McCarthy, an experienced supervisor at a local establishment. A downfall to the hiring process was that Purvis decided to complete this function without any of the employees knowing. On McCarthy’s first day, Purvis was out of town. McCarthy entered the establishment and introduced himself to the employees as their new boss. The arrangement between Purvis and McCarthy consisted of being paid a straight salary along with a percentage of the amount he saves the business per month. This percentage of savings is based off of the previous month’s...
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...it. Someone who murders or steals, for instance, goes to jail if found guilty in court. In contrast, someone who violates what others view as a moral standard may have no tangible consequence other than damaged relationships. Laws are sometimes viewed as legislation on moral issues. Many people lean on religious beliefs to frame their moral viewpoints. Politicians and some citizens also point to faith-based principles in suggesting that laws should follow what God commands. Others believe that laws should protect individual rights and freedoms but should not extend to topics viewed as ethical gray areas. In some cases, laws and morals evolve over time based on changing societal views. The Civil Rights laws of the 1950s and 1960s developed as Americans became more supportive of an end to segregation. Sometimes, though, principle-based politicians and leaders look to enact laws based on personal convictions, even though they may contradict the popular opinion of the time. My Position on this View: This would lend itself to the current “Religious freedom Law” recently passed by the Indiana legislation which would allow business owners to discriminate against gays and lesbian in the LGBT community based upon their moral/religious conviction. The proponents of the Indiana’s law state their claim based on the premises that their moral/ religious belief is under siege in the U.S. To the religious conservative right this is not about...
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...In Civil Disobedience, Henry David Thoreau argues that moral issues stem from governmental involvement in society. He advises that one must “let [their] life be a counter friction to stop the machine” in order for there to be any change (Thoreau). This view does not serve well in the current democratic society because the current system relies on a majority, while Thoreau’s model promotes that “any man with more right than his neighbor constitutes a majority of one already” (Thoreau). These views do not bode well for society as a whole and specifically the American view of freedom because it negates that ideas that no one man has more power, specifically the checks and balances system. Through this view of civil disobedience, everyone who perceives a moral issue takes power and can thus exercise whatever he/she pleases....
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...Huckleberry Finn Essay In Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, by Mark Twain Huck a common theme of having no morals/ethics is brought out repeatedly throughout the novel. Examples of this are when Huck thinks about turning Jim in due to the fact that he felt bad for Miss Watson and that she had never done anything wrong to him, when King and Duke do their "royal nonesuch" in each town, and the entire Grangerford episode. To start off, Huck thinks about turning Jim into slave hunters as they near freedom (or so they think) after they have gone many miles and gained a new found trust for one another. This shows morality and ethic problems, because Jim and Huck learn to trust each other and consider each other friends and all Huck can do is think about how helping Jim escape is an unmoral decision, because Jim is property of Miss Watson. only is slavery wrong, but all Huck can do is think about how Miss Watson took care of him and tried her best to raise him; however by helping Jim escape he is showing an ultimate disrespect toward her (in Huck's eyes.) ----------- The example of this from the book is one page 88 when Huck thinks "What had poor Miss Watson done to you, that you could see her nigger go off right under your eyes and never say a single word? What did that poor old woman do to you, that you could treat her so mean?" --------------- The next example of poor ethics and no moral conscious is when the Duke and King run their "royal nonesuch" on the Wilks family in order to make...
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...If ethical claims are in conflict, there is no definitive concept as to what's right or wrong. Moral claims that are often in conflict revolve around the the topic of assisted suicide and whether or not to turn in someone that is cheating on a test. There are no definite answers when approaching these situations as to what's the correct thing to do, but rather it differs for each person and their moral background. When addressing contradictory situations, it is important to recognize there are no universal concepts as to what’s right or wrong. The subject of mercy killing is a highly controversial topic. People have different views on this topic often because of religious reasons, how someone was brought up, or personal outlook on life. Several people believe that the act of assisted suicide should not be allowed and consider it murder, while others see is as a necessary practice. There are many pros and cons associated with assisted suicide. Many people oppose mercy killing for religious reasons. In...
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...Huck’s Moral Codes Throughout the novel Huckleberry Finn a “moral code” develops from Huck’s conscience. According to this “code” certain actions by Huck are deemed acceptable but many are viewed as unacceptable by the rest of society. Three aspects of Huck’s conscience moral code can be seen in his views on borrowing, practical jokes, and helping a black friend named Jim. First, Huck Finn has a strange perspective on borrowing. “Pap always it warn’t no harm in borrow things if you was meaning to pay them back some time; but the widow said it warn’t anything but a soft name for stealing, and no decent body would do it.” (Mark Twain 70) Huck definitely took this theory to heart. He believes that if your intentions are not bad or mean, and you plan on giving it back then nothing wrong has occurred. Society’s view is quite different. Society’s interoperation is if you are taking it without asking or prior notice then its stealing. So when Huck takes something and just says he is borrowing it, these actions are viewed negatively by the rest of society. His actions on borrowing are unacceptable because that type of behavior would lead to chaos in a society. People would take from one another and then hide behind the excuse that they were going to give it back. In chapter 12 Jim and Huck buy, hunt, but also steal food when they must. They do feel bad about the stealing and therefore to make themselves feel better they give up a few of the items as sort of a moral sacrifice...
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...and turn in Jim (slave) or protect him and help him escape. When Huck makes the decision to not go along with society and tears up the letter to Miss Watson it shows Huck's moral development and the moment shapes Huck as a whole because it shows you to do what you believe is morally right rather than following society’s values. As Huck is writing the letter to Miss Watson, he makes the decision to tear up the letter. Huck rips the paper and says to himself, “Alright then, I'll go to hell.”(pg 162)This is such a striking comment to read because as Huck chooses to go to hell, he has given up to the concept of an ethic of right and wrong. Huck has deserted the world of contentment and comfort to make a righteous choice. He has come to a realization that it's time to do what he believes is right no matter the consequences. Huck concludes that he is going to hell because he is helping a runaway slave escape, which society has taught him to be a sinful action. This shows Huck's moral development is progressing as...
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...Why Westerners are turning to Eastern religious traditions Even though Christianity is still the most largely practiced religion, many Westerners are unhappy with its traditional beliefs, and are instead turning to Eastern religious views such as Hinduism and Buddhism. This is because people are interested in the spiritual practices of Eastern religions, such as yoga and meditation. Also, Westerners are threatened by the belief that their actions in this world will decide whether they spend eternity in heaven or in hell. Finally, Westerners are tired of a theistic God and all the questions that this idea of a God causes. Therefore, Westerners are turning toward Eastern religions because of its spiritual habits, its moral reasons for good behaviour, and its rejection of traditional monotheism. Followers of Western religions are raised to believe that their actions in life will affect where they spend eternity, so they behave morally to avoid damnation in hell. They align themselves with the idea of a Supreme Being responsible for all of creation and the destiny of humans’ lives on earth (Velasquez 4.5). This Supreme Being is said to be omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent, and all-good. Westerners focus less on spiritual components, instead behaving to please their God through prayer and attending mass (Velasquez 4.5). The beliefs of Eastern religions, however, are completely different. Easterners live a life of discipline and moderation to ground themselves and be...
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...non-human animal relationships. Read these short stories about dogs, cats, Brer Rabbit, birds, fish, and other crazy critters. Some of them are sad, some are funny, and some are both. Others tell of humans turning to God because of the death of a non-human animal. But one thing that all of these stories have in common is that they will touch your heart and soul. The underlining principles would be truth, love, mutual respect, righteousness, rectitude, divinity, priority to societal unity, etc…All people, including the old people, would enjoy reading these stories. You are welcome to share these stories with your friends.These are Stories that grow ever more popular as time passes. And we add such Stories for you every fortnight. A vast treasure trove of Animal Tales is yours for the sampling. There are Tales about dog, tiger, lion, elephant, etc... - stories which have a moral and impart values. Laugh at the Humorous stories and enjoy the tales from Around the Globe and do not forget to delve into them This page contains Animal Stories about their human and non-human animal relationships. Read these short stories about dogs, cats, Brer Rabbit, birds, fish, and other crazy critters. Some of them are sad, some are funny, and some are both. Others tell of humans turning to God because of the death of a non-human animal. But one thing that all of these stories have in common is that they will touch your heart and soul. The underlining principles would be truth, love, mutual...
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...unprecedented prosperity in the Roaring Twenties, jazz's growing popularity sparked a grave controversy, with many viewing the appeal of jazz as either an annoyance or a threat. b. Should the testament to the United States’ prosperity in the Roaring Twenties about jazz’s growing popularity be viewed as an annoyance or threat? c. Jazz’s growing popularity in the United States in a time known as the Roaring Twenties, was a dramatic turning point in the American life. The growing of this musical industry meant jazz would be thrived in adversity and come to symbolize a certain kind of American freedom, and would be called upon to lift the spirits and raise the morale of a frightened country. The growing of this genre would break barriers between Americans. II. Body a. Opponents of this position protest that jazz was an annoyance and a threat to America. People in the mid-twenties argued that “it is not music at all. It is merely an irritation of the nerves of hearing, a sensual teasing of the strings of physical passion.” They claimed that a moral disaster was upon young American girls at this time due to the “pathological, nerve-irritating, sex-exciting music of jazz orchestras." Also, the origins of jazz were claimed to be “the Negro’s brothels of the South”, which left many white older people to be appalled when they saw their children dancing to jazz music. Some even felt that playing this music backwards would make it sound better. b. Nevertheless, these arguments...
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...Kohlberg agreed with Piaget that a child’s moral judgements build on their cognitive development but he wanted to develop his ideas even further. (Meyers & Dewall, 2014). Both Piaget and Kohlberg proposed that moral reasoning guides moral actions. Kohlberg sought to describe the development of moral reasoning. Moral reasoning is the thinking that occurs as we consider right and wrong (Meyers & Dewall, 2014). Kohlberg used Piaget’s storytelling technique to tell people stories involving moral dilemmas. In each case, he presented a choice to be considered. His example was should a person steal medicine to save a loved one’s life? He asked children, adolescents and adults whether the action was right or wrong. He believed that their answers would give him evidence to different stages of moral thinking (Meyers & Dewall, 2014). He found that there are three levels of moral thinking: preconventional, conventional, and...
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...MCCHRYSTAL AND PETRAEUS LEADERSHIP McChrystal and Petraeus; Leadership that Influences Great Military Leaders Mil 301 May 25, 2013 Two of the top military leaders that were integral to military operations to fight terrorism in Iraq and Afghanistan during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring were generals Stanley McChrystal and David Petraeus. Both of these military leaders proved inspirational to troops in their efforts to battle global terrorism. Patraeus took charge of the campaign in Iraq in 2007 and in 2010 took over the war in Afghanistan from McChrystal. Both of these generals were pivotal in what is commonly know as ‘the war on terrorism’. As a result of their leadership, many soldiers were influenced and subsequently inspired in battle. Thus, this paper will take a Brief look at the traits of leadership they displayed in shaping these two campaigns against terrorist networks. McChrystal commanded the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) for five years along with command of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). He spent most of his time in Afghanistan and Iraq. His most noteworthy accomplishments occurred in Iraq, where he personally led special operations. In June, 2006, his forces were responsible for the leader of Al0queda forces in Iraq, Abu-musab al-Zarqawi being tracked down and killed. In fact, after his team called in the air strike that killed al-Zarqawi, McChrystal personally accompanied...
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...judge a society that we do not exist within, as Midgely called “moral isolationism”. It is easy to understand this course of logic; as a foreigner entering into another culture, especially one where actions that we view as immoral exist on a commonplace level, it is only natural to take the stance of ‘who am I to judge’, or ‘when in Rome…’. How can you condemn an action that is a societal norm? But this then raises the issue of the looking glass turning the other direction; if we cannot judge another culture, can that culture judge us? By embarking down this path of moral relativism we head towards a destination that is inherently immoral because there are no absolutes but instead only situations and contexts in which things are moral and others where they are not. Many would argue that each society is entitled to their own opinions and to create their own values. These same people would instead argue that there are no universal truths. Ironically, this statement in itself is a paradox as what it espouses is a universal truth. By removing our capacity to judge others & other cultures we take the cowardly & easy way out, when the reality is there are universal truths and absolutes. How can one take the stance that something is absolutely and unconditionally immoral, but then later add the caveat that this only applies to their society. If something is absolute does this not apply universally? By taking this view of moral isolationism it undermines the validity of the arguments that...
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...Virtue ethics, which are also called virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontological ethics are principles that individuals use to guide their actions. These principles can be moral decisions. Moral decisions are those made by what an individual perceives as right or wrong. The decisions can also be non-moral in nature, which pertains to an individual’s desire to improve themselves or a group/team affiliation for the greater good. The idea that an individual should strive for excellence, both moral and non-moral, in the way they live their life are the principles behind virtue ethics (Boylan, p. 133-134, 2009). When we think about how we should act around and treat others we are examining our moral virtues. Alternatively, the non-moral ethics we employ could be reflected in our work ethic. By studying hard, doing our homework on time, and committing ourselves to the idea that by doing these things we can get good grades we are utilizing our non-moral ethics. These virtue ethics play a part in our decisions to help the old lady next door take out her garbage, comforting a lost child until they find their parents, or simply forcing yourself to get up early and go for a run on Saturday morning. Utilitarianism follows the principle that decisions should be made for the benefit of the group rather over those of the individual (Boylan, p. 153, 2009). For example, a team of employees at a consulting company are asked to develop a business plan for a client. Each...
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...In “Men of a Smaller Growth”, Claire Rosenfield states that Jack is the embodiment of evil, chaos, and primal instincts while Ralph represented the good, order, and morals of civilization. Piggy was the fatherly figure of the boys who constantly followed the rules, attaching himself to the morals of society. When he is killed, the order of the island is ruined and the boys turn to savagery, turning into disorder very quickly. Although I agree with most of these points, I do not agree that Ralph is the best representative of good and morals. I feel as if the morals are related to Simon and Piggy, as they are the ones who follow the morals of societies more closely, trying to be good and not attempt to kill. Ralph is seen to be both good and...
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