Author Archives: ClockBackward

Are There Aliens in the Universe?

Posted on September 7, 2009 by ClockBackward

IT is manifestly ridiculous to think that strange beings (perhaps with tentacles, three eyes, or infrared vision) are now blazing through the expanses of space in massive, nuclear powered spaceships. But of course, many ideas that sounded absurd at first … Continue reading →

Posted in Evolution, Science, Skepticism, Truth | 6 Comments

The Myth of “the Market” : An Analysis of Stock Market Indices

Posted on August 1, 2009 by ClockBackward

The theoretical U.S. “market” that is so often spoken of by stock investors is really just a convenient fiction. What does the term really mean? The difficulty with defining it can be seen as soon as we ask ourselves which … Continue reading →

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Distinguishing Evil and Insanity : The Role of Intentions in Ethics

Posted on July 29, 2009 by ClockBackward

AFTER a little reflection, it is clear that the morality of a person who carries out an action doesn’t just depend on the action itself, but rather depends on the state of mind of the person who performs it. This … Continue reading →

Posted in Ethics, Philosophy | 1 Comment