Philosophy classroom: Ethics class #4, Friday, 8-10am

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[ooc: My deepest apologies for posting this so late.]

Tara smiles worriedly as the students come in, checking face after face.

"Today's topic is power and responsibility, and I would like to remind you all that your grade comes from your discussion, not your presence. If you don't feel comfortable talking, write something down and hand it in to me. Being a silent warm body in the classroom is no different than not turning up."

[ooc: And I would remind you that I leave posts open for the whole week. If you post 'shows up and takes a seat' I know you're still alive, but you need to actually address the discussion topics to pass the class.]

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Re: First Hour - extra credit question

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Parker makes a face at John, then thinks. "The individual with the power still has it; it's their choice whether to allow themselves to be 'guilt-tripped' or not. They have to buy into the idea that they owe something to the 'little people' before this scenario works. If they *do* believe it, it's up to them to set limits. Superman may be able to save people 24/7; just about no one else can. And the public has the responsibility to recognize the limits of this powerful person they're appealing to-- to not expect more than that person can reasonably give, and continue to do their job."