A Philosopher’s View of the World
Watches, Art and Ownership
Artists often claim to have a special relationship that gives them rights over their art even after it has been sold. One example involved artist David Phillips and Fidelity. Fidelity
The Ethics of Taking Guns
For years, Republicans have warned voters Democrats will take their guns. The Democrats have never done this. But back in 2019 Beto O’Rourke spoke the words long prophesized by
Deathworld & School Shootings
My adopted state of Florida, like many other states, is trying to address the problem of school shootings. Since the state legislature is not inclined to address the gun part
Mental Illness & Gun Violence
One the face of it, it is reasonable to think a mass shooter must have “something wrong” with them. Well-adjusted, moral people do not engage in mass murder. But are
FAMU Cyber Policy Institute Healthcare Cyber Security Survey
My name is Dr. Michael LaBossiere, and I am reaching out to you on behalf of the CyberPolicy Institute at Florida A&M University (FAMU). Our team of professors, who are
The Political Value of Mass Shootings
Politicians recognize the political value of mass shootings, with Republicans trying their best to prevent Democrats using these events to pass gun control laws. When a mass shooting occurs,
Mass Shootings & Video Games
When a mass shooting occurs, Republican politicians blame mental illness or video games. Placing the blame on video games makes use of an argument that dates back at least to
The Walkman & Prophecies of Doom
Back in 2019, the Smithsonian did a retrospective in honor of the 40th birthday of the Walkman. While an impressive innovation, the Walkman is a single function device: it only
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