Moral values and ethical reasoning are essential in global politics, as illustrated by twenty-six revised and new case studies. This comprehensive study engages students and practitioners of international affairs, emphasizing the importance of political morality and ethical judgment in navigating complex global issues.
Few issues are as complex and controversial as immigration in the United States. The only thing anyone seems to agree on is that the system is broken. Mark Amstutz offers a succinct overview and assessment of current immigration policy and argues for an approach to the complex immigration debate that is solidly grounded in Christian political thought. After analyzing key laws and institutions in the US immigration system, Amstutz examines how Catholics, evangelicals, and main-line Protestants have used Scripture to address social and political issues, including immigration. He critiques the ways in which many Christians have approached immigration reform and offers concrete suggestions on how Christian groups can offer a more credible political engagement with this urgent policy issue.
Exploring the complex intersection of forgiveness and political ethics, this book examines how nations can address historical injustices like genocide and apartheid. It advocates for a restorative justice approach, emphasizing truth commissions, public apologies, reparations, and ultimately forgiveness, as vital steps toward reconciliation. By analyzing case studies from Argentina, Chile, Northern Ireland, and South Africa, the author illustrates the potential and challenges of fostering forgiveness while maintaining accountability for past wrongs.