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The House Reaffirmed Our National Motto, In God We Trust

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1) In November 2011 the House reaffirmed our national motto, “In God We Trust”. Do you agree or disagree with this decision? Does having this tagline on our currency say anything about our ethical beliefs as a society?
I agree with the decision that our national motto, “In God we Trust,” should remain on our currency because it is part of our country's foundation. A foundation supports so therefore as we trust in God, he is our support. On a personal note, when I glance at our currency and see the motto, it definitely helps me when going through difficult situations.
2) In a University of Baltimore seminar held on campus in the Fall of 2011 entitled, “So Many Religions, So Little Peace: Can Muslims, Jews and Christians Live Together in …show more content…

Why or why not?
I don't think religion should be taught in the public school system. Kids have many issues facing them already in public schools and adding different religious ideas will make things worst. It's too many religions and it could possibly confuse your child, especially if you're trying to raise your child in your belief. Kids are so vulnerable. As parents, train a child in the way he should go by instilling your beliefs in the home and at one's …show more content…

Does it mean making the most amount of money possible regardless of who is hurt in the process?
A true profession is one that exemplifies integrity, humility and care. They have a passion and focus that helps them achieve in their personal and professional lives. Being a true professional does not mean using unethical practices such as taking a customer for all they're worth or hurting others while trying to reach the top.
5) As Americans we, like all other countries in the world, hold “world citizenship.” As one of the most affluent countries in the world, do we have an ethical and moral obligation to help end world hunger? Why or why not? What ethics supports your point of view?
As Americans, I don't know if we can “end” world hunger but I believe we can help in some way. We should have an ethical and moral obligation just because we are an affluent country. I think utilitarianism would support this point of view. We ought to “act so as to produce the best consequences possible.”
6) In the US we have laws that prohibit the use of child labor and “sweat shops.” This however, is not the case everywhere in the world. Can an ethical and moral argument be made for the use of child labor? Please explain your

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