Category: Ethics
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Building Is Never Neutral: On Power, Philosophy, and the Systems We Inhabit
The Illusion of the Neutral Builder In his recent essay The Philosopher-Builder, Brendan McCord argues that technologists must build with moral and philosophical intention. His call is sincere and well-reasoned: those shaping the future should also wrestle with what kind of future is worth building. But beneath that appeal lies a flawed assumption—that builders are…
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Exploring Gender and Identity: A Review of “The Left Hand of Darkness” by Ursula K. Le Guin
You might be tempted to think this recommendation has little to do with branding or communication strategy. But I’d ask you to suspend your disbelief for just a moment. At its core, this is a reflection on identity—and there are powerful lessons here for anyone asking the question “Who are we?”—whether you’re a person, an…
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Book Review: Empathy Unlocked – Your Essential Guide to Reconnecting in a Disconnected World
In our hyper-connected digital age, why does genuine human connection feel so elusive? Despite endless messaging apps, social networks, and video calls, loneliness and misunderstanding persistently shadow our interactions. Delia Sikes’ insightful book, Empathy Unlocked: Learning to Connect in a Disconnected World, presents a compelling answer—empathy, a skill both surprisingly practical and profoundly transformative. If…