Here are some links to news stories about moral issues, including some facts about those issues. Often these stories describe problems that our political leaders are trying to address.
For each of these, please consider whether the actions described or recommended in the news story bring us closer to the ideal world or in the opposite direction.
Sometimes political leaders are faced with challenges because of lack of public support, lack of resources, or limitations in what is practical to enforce. Neverthless, we typically expect our leaders to do the best they can. Have a look at these stories, and judge for yourself if the proposed solutions will take us to the future we aspire to!
Recent issues in Canada...
Until now, Canada has not permitted "mercy killing." That is changing...
Supreme Court says yes to doctor-assisted suicide in specific cases story from Feb 6, 2015
Quebec passes landmark end-of-life-care bill story from June 5, 2014
Quebec's end-of-life-care law may violate Criminal Code
Robert Latimer, a highly publicized Canadian case.
The medical and moral issues raised by euthanasia story from January 8, 2014
Marijuana Legalization Canada: Liberal Party Lays Out Detailed Economic Plan For Pot - Liberal Party's plan to sell and tax marijuana (similar to cigarettes and alcohol).
The Truth about Marijuana - Includes a short video.
DrugFacts: Marijuana from the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
Polygamy charges against B.C. men raise Charter questions - Is prohibition of polygamy a violation of rights?
Is Polygamy Really So Awful? - An article about the societal problems it creates.
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