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Contra the Supreme Court, Immigrants Should Have a Right to a Hearing
Ethically speaking, immigrants who have credible fears of persecution or torture should have a right to a bond hearing in front of an immigration judge and should not be indefinitely detained.
Vaccines for the Military Affect National Security and Community Health
Many military personnel and their family members are declining to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, and this raises important ethical issues for our national security and the public health of communities.
Biden’s Inaugural Speech was Grounded in the Ethics of Virtue and the Common Good
President Biden's inaugural speech urging the nation to put aside personal interests and find unity in the common good.
What to Expect from President Biden’s White House Press Coverage
What can past coverage and recent experiences teach us about envisioning a better future for how journalists cover the president?
The Consequences of Unethical Leadership … and Followership
The consequences of Trump’s rhetoric and his followers’ actions manifested themselves in the nation’s capital on January 6, 2021.
Ethics and Certifying The Election
Members of the House and Senate who voted against certifying the Electoral College results were prioritizing their self-interests over the common good.
Riot in the Capitol: Blame the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court’s First Amendment doctrine has fostered the development of a media environment in which Americans are flooded with misinformation.
Voting and the Capitol Insurrection
2020 was marked by extreme division in our country about voting processes and outcomes, culminating in mob violence at our nation’s Capitol.
The 'Big Lie' is Always Violent: The Inevitability of Insurrection at the U.S. Capitol
Like others from history, a leader’s lies have led to violence.
Keys to Unlocking Reconciliation After the Election
Approaching difficult political conversations with accommodation, humility, and the assumption of goodness can help our country reconcile after a polarizing election.
