The 2024 literary scene has been dominated by a range of captivating books, from Kristin Hannah’s The Women to Stephen King’s You Like It Darker, offering a blend of genres that cater to diverse tastes. At first glance, these books seem disparate, […]
When considering the ethical dilemma of whether a dollar in times of need is more impactful than a hundred dollars when comfort is already secured, the question doesn’t just lie in ethical theory—it also brings in economic realities. Scarcity, opportunity cost, marginal […]
Building on the question of whether a single dollar in need is more impactful than a hundred dollars in comfort, we can extend this discussion to traditional business ethics frameworks. How do different ethical theories guide decision-making when resources are limited or […]
In moments of scarcity, the value of resources becomes amplified, whether we’re talking about food, shelter, or, most importantly, money. This raises an ethical question at the heart of human survival and prosperity: Is a single dollar more impactful when you desperately […]
It’s an old adage, but its relevance has only grown in today’s world: “A lie can run around the world before the truth can put its pants on.” Attributed to Jonathan Swift, this saying speaks to the speed at which falsehoods can […]
Software has eaten the world. Machines can produce music, paintings, and literature with startling precision, the question of human rights in the creative industry has become more pressing than ever. As AI-generated art continues to evolve, the boundaries between human and machine […]
Here are 10 talking points on why ethics matter, based on the first chapter of “Business Ethics” by Byars and Stanberry: If you are following my writing on these issues I have a working paper: There is also: And because we always […]
In the twilight of his presidency, Barack Obama was often critiqued for not grooming a political heir apparent. His detractors claimed that he left no clear successor to carry the torch of progressivism, a gap that some believed left the Democratic Party […]
Recent years have brought heightened scrutiny to the intersection of public service and private interest, particularly within federal regulatory agencies. The case of Dr. Jeffrey E. Shuren, former director of the FDA’s medical device division, and his wife, Allison W. Shuren, a […]
I. Introduction: Ethics as the Fuel for Business Business ethics are the principles that guide how a company conducts itself in the marketplace. They are more than just rules; they are the beliefs that drive action, much like fuel powers an engine. […]