I hate utilitarianism - insofar as it is used as a theory of justice. But that’s not to say that we shouldn’t aim for “the greatest good for the greatest number,” albeit, tempered with personal responsibility and as much freedom as possible. But Social Utility theory is often invoked as justification for depriving [...]
If drugs were legal, and the invested reputations of branded resalers and manufacturers were on the line with each transaction, this sort of thing could hardly happen:
At least 12 people in Wayne County have died in two days from a lethal dose of heroin and cocaine mixed with a pain control drug, officials said today.
And [...]
I can see it now: Third Trimester Blowout Sale (no pun intended)! We’ll beat any advertised price!
Yes, I propose selling babies.
(Homer is imitating a sperm cell)
Marge: Did you have to be so graphic?
Homer: It’s okay, Marge. They pave the way for this kind of filth in school.
Dr. Hibbert: Well, you know, a [...]
If you could know the future: that you would never have a car accident - you would tell your insurer that you wanted a $10,000 deductible, or higher, if they’d allow it. Your premium would be next to nothing. On the other hand, if you knew that the minute you drove off the [...]
