Race or Reason: The Bellport Dilemma
“If you get involved in the community when growing up, and adults listen, you'll feel empowered and never forget it.” — Betty Puleston
In 1969-70, when race riots were sweeping across America in the wake of the civil rights movement, Bellport...
Is Reason the Source of Knowledge?: Reason, the Source of Knowledge
Seventeenth century rationalists like Descartes and Leibniz believe that knowledge comes from reason alone. It is not necessary to see examples in
Subject: reason
Transcript: knowledge comes from pure reason. we don't need to see examples in the physical world. we can grasp these truths entirely in our minds. to understand the
Economic Reasons for Conservation: Rwanda's Mountain Gorillas
Expanding farms, civil war, and poaching threaten Rwanda's mountain gorillas. Hope for the gorillas' survival depends largely on Rwanda's recognition of their economic value and the economic value of protecting their habitat.
1905 - Noted Philosopher George Santayana Publishes The Life of Reason
George Santayana wrote The Life of Reason.
Aristotle and Ethics
Philosopher Stephen Toulmin talks about Aristotle's perspective on ethics. Professor Toulmin explains that Aristotle didn't believe it was possible to develop an ethical formula that could fit all situations. Instead, he argued that ethical choices ...
Subject: reasonableness
The Delicate Balance, Part 1: Reason for Optimism
deliberate efforts to control the rate of reproduction were once not tolerated fertility rates are down. Where change can be seen there is reason for optimism.