Academic papers on Philosophy

Plato
A 3 page investigation of this premise of foundationalism. The author defines this theory, relating it to pure forms and the human soul. The contention is presented that indeed the intricate relationship between these constructs defines true...
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Freedom According to Marx and Locke
This 5 page paper compares and contrasts the ideas of these two theorists. Different notions of freedoms are highlighted. The paper argues that their notions of freedom are incompatible. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Moral Justification for Arresting the Homeless
This 10 page paper looks at former Mayor Rudolph Guiliani's efforts to clean up the homeless problem in New York City. Were his efforts morally justified and legally sound? The homeless problem is explored. Several classic theories are used in the...
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Cultural Values in Greek Society
A 4 page paper which examines the Old Oligarch, Plato's Republic, and Pericles' Funeral Oration as they offer up glimpses at the cultural values of ancient Greek society. No additional sources cited.
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Descartes and the Mind-Body Distinctness
A 5 page examination of Descartes
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A Discussion on Descartes's First Mediation
This 4 page paper contemplates issues prompted by Descartes's first mediation. For example, it is argued that while nothing can be known for sure , that does not mean that knowledge does not exist at all. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Plato/The Republic
A 5 page essay that examines the arguments put forth in Plato's Republic, books 1 and 2, concerning morality and the nature of justice. Plato has both Thrasymachus and Glaucon argue that what the concept of "Good" has no political relevance. But as...
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John Locke
This is a 4 page paper discussing human nature and government based on mutual consent from John Locke
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Immanuel Kant's Contribution to Society
This 3 page paper incorporates biographical information to explore the contribution that Kant made to ethics and philosophy. Ideas from Metaphysics of Morals are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Societal Morality: Devlin and Dworkin Compared
This 3 page paper compares and contrasts the ideas of these two thinkers. The subject of law and morality is discussed. The primary focus is on whether or not morality can be legislated. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Racial and Ethnic Relations: Order and Conflict Theories
A 4 page paper which examines how racial and ethnic relations are likely consistent with order and conflict theories. No sources cited.
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GYGES
This 3 page paper discusses the parable given by Plato in his second book of the Republic. The moral point expressed by the story is given and supported with quotes from the text. A short synopsis of the story is given. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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What is goodness?
This 3 page paper provides a philosophical look at goodness. The concept of good, man's highest good and good will are also touched on. Ideas from philosophers such as Kant and Plato are duly noted. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Morality According to James Rachels
This 3 page paper relays information from an essay contained in a book he published. Homosexuality is the focus of discussion. Is homosexuality morally wrong due to natural law or religion? James does not concur with set in stone principles such...
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Thoreau And Franklin: Comparing Philosophies
4 pages in length. Benjamin Franklin and Henry David Thoreau, unequivocally two of America's major thinkers, found much common ground in their respective philosophies, while at the same time touching upon differences that made each man's conjecture...
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