Shaun Newman Podcast Replay Julie Ponesse
Jul 24, 2025
Join Julie Ponesse, a Philosophy and Ethics Ph.D. and professor at Huron College, as she dives into the contentious arena of vaccine mandates and individual autonomy. She discusses her moral stand against vaccine passports, willing to sacrifice her job for her beliefs. The conversation explores the balance between societal pressures and personal rights, invoking historical references like the Nuremberg Code. Ponesse also highlights the importance of community, informed consent, and critical dialogue during the pandemic. Her insights offer a thought-provoking look at ethics in modern health policies.
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Moral Courage Amid Fear
- Acting with moral courage means pushing forward despite fear of severe consequences.
- Fear is natural, but courage involves moving ahead even while afraid of societal backlash.
Vote Early If Unvaccinated
- Vote as early as possible, especially if unvaccinated.
- Unvaccinated individuals may be barred from voting on election day, requiring pre-voting.
Ethics of Vaccine Mandates
- COVID vaccines are emergency use authorized and thus investigational or experimental.
- Consent must be voluntary, so mandates without consent violate the Nuremberg Code principles.