Is It Right to Break a Commitment for a Better Opportunity? Four Philosophical Perspectives Judge a Construction Worker's Decision

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:28:46 -0300

Let’s imagine a kind of philosophical court made up of four lawyers, each defending a different moral perspective. Before considering their arguments, let’s look at the case at hand:

A construction worker agreed to install porcelain tile in a client’s home. A month later, before starting the job, he received an offer for a formal position with an employment contract. Since this new opportunity offered greater stability and better prospects for his life and his family, he told the client that he could no longer do the work. As a result, the client will have to find another professional to complete the job.

The Difference Between Rigidity and Justice: Lessons from a Police Dialogue

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:15:18 -0300

I am really enjoying the series The Rookie. It shows the turbulent day-to-day life of a police department and the complexity of real-world crimes. However, the series has an important feature that sets it apart from other police dramas: amid all the action and adrenaline, there are three rookies trying to adapt to this demanding reality. They are accompanied by three experienced training officers who work to prepare them for active police duty. In every episode, the rookies learn new lessons.

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Is It Right to Break a Commitment for a Better Opportunity? Four Philosophical Perspectives Judge a Construction Worker's Decision

The Difference Between Rigidity and Justice: Lessons from a Police Dialogue