Discussion questions

DPA 8408 –Unit 3 Discussion Questions:

Question 1:

Consequentialism in our Modern Day

Consequentialism is a major theory base in public administration ethics. Describe and compare the two primary consequentialist theories—ethical egoism and utilitarianism. Illustrate your analysis with modern days examples of ethical challenges from the current press. Please remember to cite your theories, and cite your examples.

Question 2:

Freeloading and Rationing

Freeloading, the concept that some pay but everyone benefits, and rationing, where some may not receive services so that many more can benefit, are two concepts that public administrators struggle with every day. For this discussion:

· Define freeloading and rationing.

· Relate them to consequentialism.

· Provide examples from the popular press of these issues in the public sector.

***Please remember to cite your peer-reviewed and popular press sources.

These discussion questions are due on March 29, 2015 @ 3:00pm.