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Micah Lott

Micah Lott completed his PhD. in philosophy at the University of Chicago. He is currently an assistant professor at the Asian University for Women, in Chittagong, Bangladesh. His academic interests are in ethics and political philosophy. For more of his published essays, along with works-in-progress, visit his website: www.micahlott.com. For photos and commentary on his time living and teaching in Bangladesh, visit his blog: www.ridertoreader.blogspot.com.

The Dignity and Priority of Labour

Studying John Paul II's Laborem Exercens as not the "last word," but the "first word" on economics, human rights, and justice.

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Micah Lott Mar 1, 2012 Legacies

The Dignity and Priority of Labour

Studying John Paul II’s Laborem Exercens as not the “last word,” but the “first word” on economics, human rights, and justice.

Micah Lott Oct 10, 2011

All Things Come from Thee: Persons, Property, and the Gifts of Creation (part 2/2)

In the
first part
, I explained the basics of the Catholic view, including the claim that property rights are limited by “the right to common use.” In this second half, I explore two applications of this view: 1) the principle that “need makes common,” and 2) the goal of “socializing” the means of production.

Micah Lott Oct 3, 2011

All Things Come from Thee: Persons, Property, and the Gifts of Creation

What does the institution of private property have to do with the fact that all of creation is the gift of God? Part one in a two-part series, concluding next Monday, October 10.

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Micah Lott

The Dignity and Priority of Labour

Studying John Paul II's Laborem Exercens as not the "last word," but the "first word" on economics, human rights, and justice.

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The Dignity and Priority of Labour

All Things Come from Thee: Persons, Property, and the Gifts of Creation (part 2/2)

All Things Come from Thee: Persons, Property, and the Gifts of Creation

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The Dignity and Priority of Labour

Studying John Paul II's Laborem Exercens as not the "last word," but the "first word" on economics, human rights, and justice.

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The Dignity and Priority of Labour

All Things Come from Thee: Persons, Property, and the Gifts of Creation (part 2/2)

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