HSM 311 Week 1 Assignment, The Patriot Act

The Patriot Act in regards to its authorization of surveillance and search and seizure was established by President George Bush after the terrorist’s attacks on 9/11, the Patriot Act was signed into law on October 26, 2001. A crippled nation determined to seek justice on Al-Qaeda for killing more than 3000 people. The Patriot Act established legal methods for surveillance and expanded the government’s rights into people’s private lives without verbal or written consent. In the beginning it seemed feasible. But as time faded the people of the American nation began to question the authority and limits of the U.S. government………….Continued (04 Pages with References)

HSM 311 Week 1 Discussion 1, Logical Theories     

Briefly describe deontological and teleological theories. What does each theory say about the relationship between good vs. evil? Give your opinion on which theory makes the best ethical arguments and why.

HSM 311 Week 1 Discussion 2, Rule Utilitarianism

Briefly analyze rule utilitarianism and its focus on rule over action. Taking the Golden Rule “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”. Make an argument for how this can be both ethical and unethical.