Culture & Society
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The Economic Consequences of Legal Behavior
The Economic Consequences of Legal Behavior
Kaushik Basu highlights the potential benefits of emphasizing adherence to the spirit of laws, if not their letter. -
Does Religious Freedom Trump Animal Welfare?
Does Religious Freedom Trump Animal Welfare?
Peter Singer assesses the European Court of Human Rights’ recent ruling on Belgian legislation regarding how meat may be produced. -
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Why Don’t Japanese Give to Charity?
Why Don’t Japanese Give to Charity?
Koichi Hamada examines what may encourage – or impede – charitable giving in Japan and elsewhere. -
What Fundamentalist Christians See in Trump
What Fundamentalist Christians See in Trump
Richard K. Sherwin explains how a key voting bloc can be so enthusiastic about so un-Christian a candidate. -
Making Sense of Society
Making Sense of Society
Michael Spence considers why a healthy civil society is crucial to good governance and inclusive prosperity. -
The US Is Jeopardizing the Open Internet
The US Is Jeopardizing the Open Internet
Natalie Dunleavy Campbell & Stan Adams condemn America’s apparent decision to abandon its role as a champion of a free digital domain. -
How to Finance Higher Education in Africa
How to Finance Higher Education in Africa
Célestin Monga proposes a mix of several funding streams to improve access to high-quality colleges and universities. -
The Competitive Edge of Doing Good
The Competitive Edge of Doing Good
Peter Singer explains why companies that donate 100% of their profits to effective charities often end up doing very well.