BMAL 770

DISCUSSION BOARD FORUM REPLIES AND RESPONSES

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Response to RS

The key argument that RS makes on ethics is that it is important because of an increasingly diverse workforce. She recognizes that the

proportion of diverse workers is increasing in America and other developed countries, which necessitates the need for ethical behaviors and

actions. I agree with her on the impact of culture and nationalism on the behavior of workers. However, I consider that the argument focused

much on the workplace and the need to gain common ground when in an argument. I can strengthen the argument by explaining the way

various elements such as diversity, nationalism, and global nationalism impact ethics.

I believe that nationalism makes people to act in a particular way because of their love for their country. Individuals will be considered as

behaving or acting ethically when actions are for the benefit of their countries or regions while unethical behavior happen when actions done

for the country ruin the interests of other law-abiding citizens such as marginalized groups (Baum, 2001). Global citizenship makes

individuals act or behave ethically because they feel a need to make the world a better place (Dower, 2000). It may involve actions such as

promoting the interests of all nations, helping people in need, and favoring good interactions between people from different cultures.

RS is also accurate in explaining how the importance of the commandment of loving our neighbors. I would consider the parable of the

good Samaritan in Luke 10 as providing as demonstrating the perfect example of how Christian leaders are expected to act and behave. They

should aim at helping people from different areas without favoritism. Many areas in the world require help and Christian leaders should be at

the forefront in assisting such people.

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References

Baum, G. (2001). Nationalism, religion, and ethics. McGill-Queen's Press-MQUP.

Dower, N. (2000). The idea of global citizenship-A sympathetic assessment. Global Society, 14(4), 553-567.

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Response to JM

I concur with the definition of ethics. She regards it as behaving and acting in a fair and consistent way. I add that it requires a person to

follow moral principles when confronted with moral dilemmas. I consider the definition as most appropriate when applying to leaders because

they often face moral dilemmas in their work (Maak et al., 2016). For instance, a Christian leader of a global firm may face a dilemma on

whether to avoid paying taxes in a developing country as such a decision may increase profits. Such dilemmas will require that the leader acts

in a way that is beneficial to people in the country even when it reduces profits.

JM also highlights the issue of nationalism that has faced countries. Differences in the values and perspectives of leaders from different

country are bound to occur. The behavior or action of a leader is likely to be shaped by his or her country of origin. It is crucial that leaders

try to gain common grounds for the success of the world. Christian leaders can follow the examples of Biblical leaders such as King David

and Solomon that were willing to work with other countries to advance common good (Merida, 2015). Such actions should differentiate

between Christian and non-Christian leaders because Christian leaders are willing to work with everyone to advance the interests of their

people and nations. I also agree with the view that Christian leaders have the interests of their people in their hearts such that they are willing

to work for citizens’ interests at all times.

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References

Maak, T., Pless, N. M., & Voegtlin, C. (2016). Business statesman or shareholder advocate? CEO responsible leadership styles and the micro‐

foundations of political CSR. Journal of Management Studies, 53(3), 463-493.

Merida, T. (2015). Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary: Exalting Jesus in 1 and 2 Kings. Holman Reference.

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