Analysis and commentary on applied ethics in many fields by the staff of the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics
‘The Social Dilemma’ Is a Half-Missed Opportunity
Netflix’s “The Social Dilemma” tries to sound the alarm on the dangerous human impact of social networking.
Why We Need Another Debate
Public debate is one of many tools for educating the public about candidates and their positions on issues and the voting public deserves another.
The Ethics of Journalists ‘Covering’ Claudia Conway
Should the media “cover” Kellyanne Conway’s daughter and her posts on TikTok?
Presidential Leadership Ethics: One Decision, Two Colonoscopies
A comparison of two presidents’ handling of health issues highlights the leadership approach of each leader.
Católicos, el voto y el aborto: Hora de corregir el récord
Catholic teaching does not prohibit voting for a pro-choice candidate.
Prophecies of Zoom
You will get stressed out by your own facial expressions... and more.
Top-5 Dirty Tricks in Politics
While it’s not uncommon to see dirty tricks in politics, the most ethical candidates will typically avoid these common tactics.
How Should Journalists Report a Scientific Study?
A three-step process and a framework of questions to make ethical reporting decisions, with recent convalescent plasma reporting as an example.
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A series of 5 outstanding public webinars, and related AI ethics materials for college courses
Because I am White, my Privilege Allows me to be Silent—but Virtue Ethics Does not
Ethics, and virtue in particular, tells us that for white people to eradicate systemic racism, they must demand more of themselves and others, particularly those in power.
