Word: reasonã
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...merely being human, they argue, is not enough to make one a “person,” and not enough to guarantee one legal protection under our constitutional order. Rather, only a human being with certain characteristics—say, self-awareness or the ability to reason??can be legitimately afforded the protection of the laws. And since an embryo is clearly not self-aware (or whatever standard you prefer), it fails the test of personhood and can be killed with impunity...
...excuse a murderer who first administers a merciful dose of morphine? An embryo can’t survive on its own, doubtless—but neither can a toddler or an elderly invalid. Are they fair game for scientific research? An embryo is assuredly incapable of reason??but so is any newborn. Do we countenance infanticide...
With the release of Rooty, their long-awaited follow-up to 1999’s instant-classic debut Remedy, Simon Ratcliffe and Felix Buxton have firmly planted themselves in the realm of contemporary pop music. And with good reason??within the context of house music’s stomping four-on-the-floor beat, the Jaxx add an array of unexpected elements. Contributing to the mix are destabilizing rhythms gleaned from the likes of Timbaland, catchy melodic hooks and actual song structures, as well as a punk-like immediacy achieved with their startlingly original usage of noisy, densely...
Student groups have a “carrying capacity” for a very good reason??there are limited resources to devote to their membership. The Summer Urban Programs of the Phillips Brooks House Association (PBHA) were cited as an example of an application process that ultimately denied opportunities for public service to willing Harvard students and deserving children in Boston. Yet we draw upon a very limited network of resources to support each staff member, such as a $3000 stipend for each senior counselor, housing from Harvard and the Boston Housing Authority, classroom space and other resources...
...enough informed about the issue should visit the provost’s website and PSLM’s tables, get as much information as they can, ask questions and make a decision. But for those who are informed and don’t support a living wage for whatever reason??don’t come just for the memories...