PHIL 1301 Week 7 Discussion 1

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Discussion Board 7

Respond to TWO of the following questions:

1.        Have you ever desired something that you should not though you thought it would make you happy? If you answer yes, give an example of something you have desired that you should not have. What standards are you appealing to when you say you shouldn’t? If you answer no, do you think it’s okay to desire anything that makes you happy, or do you avoid things you shouldn’t desire? If the latter, what standards do you appeal to when refraining from such desires? Explain.

2.        Consider the following hypothetical statement: “If something makes me happy, then it should make everyone happy.” Do you think anything is wrong with the statement? Explain your answer.

3.        Imagine that you have the authority to execute an innocent man and that doing so will prevent many more deaths. Now imagine that you kill the innocent man, and most people are happy as a result. Is executing the man unjust according to the utilitarian? Do you think it’s unjust? Explain your answer.

4.        John Stuart Mill, though male, advocates for women’s rights. Do you think that someone who will never be able to experience the suffering of another person is qualified to speak up for that person? Would it be better for a woman instead of a man to speak about the struggles women face? Explain your answer.

Note: To earn full credit for this graded discussion, post at least two times. First, post your own thoughts. This post should be substantial (containing at least 150-200 words). Next, respond to the post of another student. Remember to follow the rules of netiquette. Be polite, professional, and thoughtful. This post should contain at least 50-100 words. All posts need to be in your own words.

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