Author profile: Michael Burtt

What Moral Justifications Can There Be For Ever Allowing Killing In Wartime?

Michael Burtt • Aug 20 2016 • Essays

The principle of self-defence that can allow for just killing does not hold in the context of war, based on the notion that we should assume that all combatants are just.

Is Austerity the Cure for Current Economic Problems?

Michael Burtt • Jan 15 2015 • Essays

While austerity may have had some success in reducing absolute debt levels in some states, it has been unsuccessful in reducing the magnitude of debt to GDP.

Was the ‘Oil Weapon’ Effective in Achieving the Arab States’ Goals in 1973–74?

Michael Burtt • Dec 28 2014 • Essays

While the Oil Weapon enjoyed some success, it was ultimately a political debacle, and few of the goals envisioned by the OAPEC states were achieved.

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