Academic papers on Philosophy

Immigration Policy for America
U.S. immigration policy has been constantly evolving since 1965 and will continue to do so. Between 1965 and 1980, admission to the United States by immigrants was founded in Cold War policy and fear. Since the Refugee Act of 1980, policy has become...
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Institutional Racism Within Law Enforcement:
This 4 page paper examines the problem of institutionalized racism, and how police officers specifically are affected. This paper highlights the many evidences of racism that continue to exist within law enforcement, despite claims to the contrary....
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The Philosophy of B.C. Johnson:
This 5 page paper examines the philosophy of B.C. Johnson and his belief that God could not exist. Johnson bases this belief on a series of explanations that are examined in this paper. Furthermore, this paper also presents the arguments of the...
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A Case Study in Corporate Morality
This 4 page paper examines several philosophical arguments regarding a case study submitted by a student. The problem is that three executives have to decide whether or not to accept a contract with a corrupt government. Bibliography lists 2...
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Aristotle, Happiness, Epicureans, and Stoics
A 3 page paper which examines how Aristotle viewed happiness and how that relates to the Epicurean and Stoic outlook. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Virtue: The Views of Aristotle and Confucius Compared
This 4 page paper looks at the concept of virtue and the ideas of several philosophers. The ideas of Aristotle and Confucius are compared and contrasted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Rousseau's Liberty and Marxism Compared
This 5 page paper compares and contrasts Rousseau's ideas with ideas to emanate from The Communist Manifesto. The theorists are discussed in the context of their time period and beyond. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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What is Philosophy?
This 3 page paper probes the definition of philosophy and how it should be used in life. Examples from Descartes' philosophy are provided. The concept of philosophy and its usefulness are discussed in the context of society, its norms and...
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A Philosophical Look at Drug Testing
This 2 page paper examines the problem that comes with drug testing as it respects different types of employees and people in general. How one examines this problem depends upon one's individual philosophy. Kantian ethics and utilitarianism are...
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Value Theory and Working with the Homeless
This 10 page paper considers how value theory can be used by an individuals working in an institution that helps homeless young people. The ideas of Kant and Mills are used to discuss the concept of goodness and what is morally right. These are...
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The Nature of Logic and Perception
This 4 page paper defines and explores both topics. The ideas are related in the realm of philosophy. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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BIOGENICS AND ETHICS
This 5-page paper deals with concerns about biogenetics and ethical mores. Taking a little from the ethical stance of Aristotle and Mills, the paper discusses the problems with biogenetics as it pertains to society as a whole. Bibliography lists 5...
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Aristotle's View of Chance and Luck
This 5 page paper defines the Aristotelean view on chance and luck. The terms are described and defined. The four cause model is included. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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St. Augustine's Confessions and the Problem of Evil
This 5 page paper looks at the text of this early thinker, in light of his pagan roots. The focus of this paper is how Augustine assessed the problem of evil in the world. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Philosophies of Plato and Aristotle Compared
This 3 page paper examines the philosophies of both infamous men. Several quotes are included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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