Middlebury

RELI 0298

Privilege and Poverty

Privilege and Poverty: The Ethics of Economic Inequality
In this course we will study the ethical implications of domestic and global economic inequality. Drawing from history, economics, sociology, philosophy, theology, and other disciplines, we will examine the causes and consequences of inequality, critically evaluate our usage of the terms “privilege” and “poverty,” and consider the range of moral responses individuals and society might have to inequality. We will ask whether it is unfair, unfortunate, or necessary that some citizens live with significantly less material wealth than others, and whether those who experience “privilege” have any moral responsibility to those who exist in “poverty.” 3 hrs. lect./1 hr. disc.
Subject:
Religion
Department:
Religion
Division:
Humanities
Requirements Fulfilled:
PHL SOC WTR
Equivalent Courses:
PHIL 0198
PHIL 0156
INTD 0198
INTD 0298

Sections

Winter 2025

RELI0298A-W25 Lecture

Winter 2024

RELI0298A-W24 Lecture (Davis)

Winter 2021

RELI0298A-W21 Lecture (Davis)

Winter 2019

RELI0298A-W19 Lecture (Davis)

Fall 2017

RELI0298A-F17 Lecture (Davis)
RELI0298Y-F17 Discussion (Davis)
RELI0298Z-F17 Discussion (Davis)

Fall 2016

RELI0298A-F16 Lecture (Davis)

Fall 2015

RELI0298A-F15 Lecture (Davis)

Winter 2015

RELI0298A-W15 Lecture (Davis)

Spring 2013

RELI0298A-S13 Seminar (Davis)