The Moral Trap of McDonald’s Szechuan Sauce McDonald's recently rereleased their Szechuan Sauce, but not widely enough to satisfy all fans. The aftermath of extreme customer dissatisfaction offers lessons about the role of nostalgia. 18 Nov 17 | Alex Layton
Will Chief Black Elk's Canonization Address Native American Oppression? Credited with bridging Christianity and Native American culture, Chief Black Elk's legacy remains controversial. 17 Nov 17 | Sarah Ertelt
Is it O.K. to Watch Louis C.K.? As more allegations of sexual misconduct among Hollywood elite like Louis C.K. continue to appear, how should we approach their artwork? 16 Nov 17 | Andrew Bobker
The Republican Tax Plan: Is Simpler Always Fairer? Republicans have boasted that their tax plan will fit on the back of a postcard. Will a fair tax plan fall outside the margins? 15 Nov 17 | Jean Kazez
The Limited Value of Taxing University Endowments What are the broader implications of increasing taxes on private universities' endowments? 14 Nov 17 | Nathaniel Reed
The Social Norms Behind Fighting in Hockey Why fighting is allowed in hockey, but frowned upon anywhere else. 13 Nov 17 | Kevin Guilfoy
Baby Powder, Consumer Labeling and Scientific Uncertainty Should scientific uncertainty about baby powder's health risks stop Johnson & Johnson from labeling it as potentially hazardous? 12 Nov 17 | Eric Walker
The Dangers Posed by Kevin Spacey's Coming Out With mounting allegations of sexual assault against Kevin Spacey, how are we to interpret his coming out in response? 11 Nov 17 | Emma Mazurek
Should History be Kinder to George Patton? A new documentary argues that General Patton's leadership should be a model for today, requiring a reassessment of the controversial general's legacy. 9 Nov 17 | Gabriel Andrade
"Nudges" and the Environmental Influences on our Morals Research has shown that moral behavior can be influenced by environmental "nudges," including those as small as finding a dime in a phone booth. 8 Nov 17 | Meredith McFadden
In Chance the Rapper's Music, Do Rap and Religion Mix? How should listeners view the Christian themes in Chance the Rapper's music? 7 Nov 17 | Byron Mason II
Free Riders, Agency Fees, and the Fairness of Public Sector Unions The Supreme Court will soon decide whether requiring non-union employees to pay union fees is constitutional. 6 Nov 17 | Daniel Beck
Is it Fair to Blame President Trump's Behavior on Mental Illness? Trump's presidency has led many to struggle with the ethics of trying to diagnose any mental illness he might have - and whether such illness would even justify his behavior. 5 Nov 17 | Meredith McFadden
ANWR, the Alaska Permanent Fund and Eminent Domain How does wildlife preservation affect the lives of Alaskan people? Is it always helpful, or can it be harmful? 4 Nov 17 | Kiara Goodwine
Senator Jeff Flake: Courageous or Cowardly? In the wake of Senator Flake's announcement not to run for reelection, it is important to examine the intended or unintended consequences of resignation. 3 Nov 17 | Abigail Joens-Witherow
The Problem with Uber Is Uber really as practical and beneficial as it seems? 3 Nov 17 | Andrew Bobker
In the Manafort Indictment, An Ethical Test for the Trump Administration The unfolding investigation around Russia's influence in the 2016 election now includes its first indictments. How will the Trump administration respond? 2 Nov 17 | Nathaniel Reed
Do Self-Driving Cars Reinforce Socioeconomic Inequality? Do self-driving cars perpetuate economic inequality when they prioritize the lives of their drivers over others on the road? 1 Nov 17 | Audrey Beale
Untangling the "Sincerely Held Moral or Religious Belief" As the Trump administration opens up contraceptive exemptions for "sincerely held moral and religious beliefs," it is worth examining what exactly qualifies as "sincerely held," in the first place. 31 Oct 17 | Daniel Beck
Does America Believe in Rehabilitation for the Incarcerated? Michelle Jones wasn’t the only applicant to be rejected from Harvard University this year. However, the reason for her rejection was unique: her history with the criminal justice system. 30 Oct 17 | Andrew Bobker
In Canada, Apologizing for Forced Adoption For decades, the U.S., Canada and Australia forced indigenous children to be adopted into non-indigenous communities. Only recently have they begun to apologize. 29 Oct 17 | Jean Kazez
The Ethics of Secession As the tensions between Spain and Catalonia continue to grow, it merits examination when it is ethically permissible for a territory to secede. 28 Oct 17 | Gabriel Andrade
Genetic Research in the Navajo Nation The Navajo Nation is currently debating overturning a ban on genetic research within its territories - a debate complicated by the historic exploitation of Native Americans. 27 Oct 17 | Rachel Robison-Greene
Was Obama Truly a Post-Racial President? Despite Barack Obama's attempts to brand himself as a post-racial president, Gabriel Andrade argues that the first black presidency fell victim to the identity politics damaging American society. 27 Oct 17 | Gabriel Andrade