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The Philosophies of Kant and Mill
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Throughout time man has attempted to understand the motivations of moral conduct. The associations between the individual and the establishment of society have been the subject of numerous debates and discourses that included the primary consideration of moral or ethical beliefs in the instigation of laws and, or the ethical meaning of community. Immanuel Kant has presented one viewpoint in The Foundations Of The Metaphysics of Morals that is founded on his belief that the worth of man is inherent in his ability to reason. This 5 page paper asserts that John Stuart Mill holds another opinion as presented in the book, Utilitarianism that is seemingly at odds with the thoughts of Kant. No additional sources are listed.
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John Stuart Mill &Jeremy Bentham / Two Comparable Views on Utilitarianism
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John Stuart Mill was raised in the shadow of the friendship between his father, James Mill, historian and philosopher, and Jeremy Bentham, at times a man considered to be one of the leading intellects of the 19th century. It is not surprising, then, that elements of their views on utilitarianism and their writings hold fundamental similarities, while also demonstrating the extension from the earlier perspectives of Bentham to the latter writings and developed ideas and postulates determined by John Stuart Mill. This 5 page paper compares and contrasts the views of these two philosophers, and evaluates the similarities as they distinguish the connection between the two. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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John Stuart Mill and Utilitarianism
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A 5 page paper that describes Mill's presentation of the principles of Utilitarianism, but also demonstrates Mill's particular concern for the essential nature of man's intellect. This paper recognizes the importance of Mill's considerations on a societal level as well as recognizing the personal considerations of each man. Bibliography includes 1 source.
Filename: Utilitarianism.rtf
John Stuart Mill's Explanation As To Why Socrates Does Philosophy
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This 4 page essay discusses Socrates' 'Apology' and what John Stuart Mill would say was the reason Socrates 'did' philosophy. The essay covers the attitude and viewpoint of Mill as it would apply to Socrates. No sources cited.
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John Stuart Mill's Utilitarianism
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A 5 page paper which discusses the implications of John Stuart Mill's assertion in Utilitarianism that, 'Pleasure and freedom from pain are the only things desirable as ends.' Specifically considered are the principles Mill developed in Chapters 2 and 4 which make this idea plausible and critically evaluations whether his arguments are successful. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Jsmutil.rtf
Mill & Comte/ On Morality
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A 5 page research paper that contrasts and compares the moral philosophy of Auguste Comte and John Stuart Mill. The writer argues that the nineteenth century was a turbulent time that witnessed how advances in scientific knowledge and the Industrial Revolution literally transformed the world. To many philosophers, such as Auguste Comte and John Stuart Mill, it appeared that new times called for new ways of thinking and that there was an urgent need for new institutions among human societies that would be better suited to the changing environment that they witnessed all around them. Citing their long correspondence, the writer further argues that their philosophies were very similar while noting on what areas they disagreed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Mill & Marx / Comparison
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This 5 page paper compares John Stuart Mill's On Liberty essay with The Communist Manifesto written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. Several ideas are explored including each theorist's view on freedom and individuality. Bibliography lists 2 sources
Filename: Marxmill.wps
On Liberty And Drugs
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A 5 page paper discussing drug usage in relationship to the ideas set forth by John Stuart Mill in his book 'On Liberty.' Mill stands strong in his beliefs that people should be allowed to essentially do as they please as long as it doesn't harm anyone else. Arguments discussed involve the legalization of drugs, and the further pursuit of drug enforcement. The notion addressed concerns whether or not Mill's ideas should be implemented in the field of drug policy. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Utilitarianism vs. Kant
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A 6 page paper on the theories of Immanuel Kant and John Stuart Mill. The writer gives an example of an ethical problem and describes what each philosopher would choose to do. Bibliography lists four supporting sources.
Filename: Kantutal.wps