Rachel Hanebutt

Cities have judicial courts and regulations for many reasons, but many would argue that protecting individuals’ freedom of choice is one of the most important jobs of these ruling bodies. In late June, the local court in New York City voted not to reinstate a ban on “big soda;” a regulation implemented by the Board … Continue reading "Freedom of Food Choice"

From sharing posts on social media sites to spreading germs of the common cold, it seems that many things in life are contagious. But does this trend toward contagion apply to morality in the form of good deeds? Innovations in technology have allowed us to track, research, and study human interactions in a way that … Continue reading "The Politics of Morality: Can Good Deeds be Controlled?"