Should We Return to the Moon?
Much has been made of the US's intention to return to the moon. What did Apollo 11 mean then and what might another voyage mean now?
Racism, Refugees, and the Ripple Effect
Nationalist rhetoric and policies are gaining traction, emboldening others to follow suit, and undermining our collective commitment to human rights.
Discussing Scientific Consensus on Climate Change
Emphasizing consensus can motivate change, but overstating agreement undermines the public's ability to engage in policy debates. How should we proceed?
Refusal to Repatriate: The Owning, Lending, and Stealing of Art
The ongoing debate over colonial repatriation requires that we confront our history of imperialism. On what grounds can one own another's cultural heritage?
On Julia le Duc’s Photograph and the Choice Not to View...
What are the duties of news organizations and photographers? What are the rights of viewers? And what obligation do we have as humans to bear witness to tragedy and suffering?
Collective Responsibility and the MMIWG Report
The recent report concerning Canada's Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls has a lot to say about the legacy of colonialism.
Press Freedom in Australia: Democracy, Transparency, and Trust
Recent government raids on news organizations in Australia prompt discussion of the boundaries of categories like the public interest and national security threats.
Game of Thrones: Dragons, Despots, and Just War
The TV show addresses a host of philosophical issues from the principle of proportionality to jus post bellum and realpolitik.
Jacinda Ardern, Christchurch, and Moral Leadership
In what ways did New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern display meaningful characteristics of moral leadership?
Christchurch: White Supremacism, Politics and Moral Evil
How do we define moral evil? And how do the events that happened in Christchurch and afterwards inform this definition?