AI-Washing Threatens A Company's Reputation

From Ethics Washing to AI Washing I have previously blogged about ‘Ethics Washing’ in general, and blogged about it in the workplace, pointing out that it refers to the practice of ethical window dressing. It is where an organization gives lip service to ethics to make it seem as though... Read more →


Analyzing the Portrayal of Bipolar Disorder in the show, Homeland

Understanding the Characteristic Traits of Behavior Years ago, I watched a fantastic show that is streaming online called Homeland. I decided to watch it again, seeking to bett6er understand the bipolar disorder that afflicts the main character—Carrie Mathison. The cast is terrific including the star, Claire Danes, a CIA officer... Read more →


Building a More Compassionate Society

What Will It Take to Be More Considerate of Others? While many people think compassion and empathy are the same, the fact is there are important differences. By discussing each as a separate ethical value, we can begin to see how each might influence ethical behavior and the response of... Read more →


Honesty and Ethics Ratings of Professions Are in Decline

Americans Do Not Trust Established Institutions According to Gallup and Pew Gallup published its 2023 results of a survey of honesty/ethics in the professions last year. The results speak volumes about which professions are trusted by most Americans. The most ethical profession is nurses with a 78% positive rating—high or... Read more →