Marshall Bierson

Marshall Bierson, a philosophy professor with a keen interest in ethics and personal nature, dives into the moral complexities of theft and property rights influenced by Aquinas and Anscombe. He argues that in extreme situations, taking from others may not always be theft, opening up a nuanced discussion on moral absolutism. Bierson also examines Aquinas's views on wealth distribution, emphasizing the obligation of the affluent to assist the needy, challenging listeners to reconsider their perceptions of justice and ownership.