Justice

Justice

Book cover of "Ignorance" by George G. Szpiro, featuring red tape bars over the phrases: what we do not know, cannot know, must not know, and refuse to know—reflecting the pervasive power of ignorance.
George Szpiro explores the philosophical ideas that explain why justice — not freedom or efficiency — may better anchor a fair society.
Golden wheat field under a bright blue sky with sunlight streaming in from the left.
Around the world, biofuels, so-called green energy sources, are waving major red flags.
Two people walk hand in hand on a grassy hilltop trail, wearing winter jackets and hats. Sparse trees and a distant landscape are visible under a clear sky.
A researcher weighs in on who’s accountable, when and why, in the eyes of the law — and whether the measures work as intended.
Five modern philosophy books about the idea of justice on a pink background.
Philosophy isn't stuck in the past. Here are five texts to connect you with its ongoing dialogue.
"First Meal" - a gripping book unraveling the truth behind a wrongful conviction.
Through humility, the old arrogance of infallibility crumbles. And in that there is genuine hope to prevent wrongful convictions.
A statue of justice holding scales on a blue background.
Is true equality achievable — or even desirable? Go on a journey through the strange and unsettling "Land of Justice."
John Templeton Foundation
A Japanese painting portraying a bushido woman wielding a sword.
According to bushido, your life is of secondary importance to key virtues, like honor, loyalty, and justice.
a black and white photo of a man sitting on a rock.
Far from being a “dead” pursuit that focuses on old ideas, modern philosophy proposes and debates important, new concepts. All of us can learn from it.
Bialiatski
This year’s Nobel Peace Prize ceremony sends yet another strong message to Russian president Vladimir Putin.
After 10,000 years of civilization, have we figured out what virtue is?
When justice isn’t tempered by something such as mercy, forgiveness, or nonviolence, efforts to make society more equitable often backfire.
John Templeton Foundation
A forensics expert explains what’s involved with documenting human rights violations during conflicts, from Afghanistan to Ukraine.
criminal justice USSR
Soviet researchers studied crime through a Marxist-Leninist lens. Under Lenin, a humanitarian approach to criminality briefly emerged, but dissipated when Stalin rose to power. 
Every professional organization of scientists has a code of ethics and/or conduct. Why not apply it to their journals? When it comes to exploring the Universe, many young people get […]