In Avi’s book, Nothing But the Truth, Brutus says,”No Cassius; for the eye sees not itself/But by reflection, by some other things.” I think that what this quote means is that a person cannot see how they act unless someone else either acts in the same way or describes it to them. A teacher cannot … Read more
People lie for a variety of reasons. Sometimes people lie to protect themselves, sometimes they lie to protect others, and sometimes they lie to avoid conflict or make themselves look better. Whatever the reason, lying is something that people do regularly. One common reason why people lie is to protect themselves. If someone is in … Read more
Are major cities really reflective of the societies they are located in? This is a question that sociologists have been trying to answer for many years. There is no simple answer, as there are many factors to consider. However, it is generally agreed that cities do provide some insights into the societies they are part … Read more
New Jersey recognizes the right of free speech granted to United States citizens under the Federal Constitution. Freedom of Speech is not only imperative right to be protected, but is one of the first Amendments to the Constitution that is essential to the democracy. Our court identifies this fact and must uphold this democratic institution … Read more
Throughout the history of western philosophy, men have been attempting to understand the complexities of the human soul. In Confessions, Augustine depicts the well-ordered soul in terms of conversion to Roman Catholic Christianity. For Augustine, the will plays a major role in this process. He repeatedly states that he was taken out of his sinfulness … Read more
