First, what are the main moral positions on health care, as outlined by Vaughn in our textbook? Which view do you feel fits best with your own view and why?
Next, provide an outline of Smarts views on spare organ donation? Make sure to explain DJC and rectifacory justice, as described by Smart What are some of the arguments and reasons in the reading that claim preferential treatment for non-drinkers and non-smokers would act as a kind of punishment or punitive consequence for those who do drink or smoke? How does Smart argue that preferential treatment would not be a type of punishment, and do you agree?
Lastly, explain the argument concerning spare organ donation (specifically liver transplants for alcoholics) laid out by Cohen and his co-authors? Do you agree with their reasoning, and if so, why? If not, why not? Do you think that Cohen or Smart have the better argument? Provide your own views for what you think is the most moral decision to make when dealing with the dilemma of organ donation.
The papers need to be in MLA format and be at least 3 pages in length (around 900-1,000 words). Always cite passages from the reading, when writing these assignments. You will not receive full credit if the text is not cited frequently in your papers. The purpose of the writing assignments is to show that you are doing the readings and have a clear understanding of each side of the arguments being presented, as well as demonstrating that you are developing your own thoughtful analysis of the topics. Papers submitted late will have 5 points deducted per day. Talk to me immediately, if you are having trouble with your papers.