Morality

Today's class discussion was disgustingly difficult. As some were debating the issue of whether morals were "real" and "tangible", some sat quietly in their seats confused out of their minds. I on the other hand, was in the middle—took neither side, and occasionally thought out loud. Max brought about a really good question of whether cannibalism would have ever been justified in a world where humans were raised with having such beliefs. I have always disliked that question with a passion. If it ever came down to it, would a human being eat another human being in the name of survival? Which is the stronger driving factor for humans, morals or survival? Ultimately, I think it is survival as humans are known to be "self-interested". Self-interested meaning that humans are doing things for themselves, even if it does not seem so (e.g. feeding the hungry, at the same time hypothetically feeding yourself beta brainwaves to achieve the feeling of accomplishment). As beings who are "flawed", who is anyone to say which is the right way and which is the wrong way to live? Furthermore, who made up the rules and the laws of our land? That—is the million dollar question.

An average person beating another average person would definitely land both of them in jail. But unfortunately, the American society was raised upon the idea of the rich and famous being able to get away with anything and having the most influence. Therefore, I find the idea of celebrity feuds and which one gets to go to jail as entertainment—repugnant.

Is there such a thing?

Continuing with the topic of morality, there is not much more to say. There is literally not enough time in the world to civilly discuss morals so it is best to leave that topic for an ethics class. Although, the one thing I completely agree on is that picture above stating: "Morality - In America, it's not always as simple as black and white."