Reflection on the Quarter

Of all the theories/philosophies (Aristotle, Kant, Mill, rights theories, Christianity) we have studied thus far this quarter, which do you find most appealing and why? Which do you find least appealing and why?

Dorothy Day

Does the fact that Dorothy Day had an abortion in her twenties influence your position on whether or not she should be made a saint? Why or why not?

John Rawls' Theory of Rights

Imagine that you are behind John Rawls' "veil of ignorance" and did not know your own race, sex, class, or natural strengths, weaknesses, or proclivities. What principles would you adopt if you wanted to found an ideal society?