Phil 125 S14: Extra Credit

Extra Credit III. In "On Bullshit" Frankfurt argues that bullshit is worse than a lie. In addition, on page 50 of our text, he argues that most people find lies worse than bullshit. Write a one page paper in which you answer the following questions:
  1. Do you think bullshit is worse than a lie? Why or why not?
  2. Why do you think people are more offended when they are lied to vs. when they are bullshitted?
Your answer should be typed, double-spaced in a 10-12 point legible font. It is due Thursday, May 14, 2013.

Extra Credit II. Due Tuesday April 22. Attend the Philosophy Club meeting on Tuesday, April 8 from 3-5:00 pm in F-513 and produce a 1-2 page summary of the issues discussed there. Your write-up should be typed, double spaced, and in 10-12 point legible font.

Extra Credit I. Due Tuesday March 18. Attend the Philosophy Club meeting on Tuesday, March 11 from 3-5:00 pm in F-513 and produce a 1-2 page summary of the issues discussed there. Your write-up should be typed, double spaced, in 10-12 point legible font.
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