Heinz Moral Dilemma

[Gustaf]

1.) Should Heinz steal the drug?  Why or why not?

Yes, he should try and save his wife. Of course, the example is ridiculous, because as long as he wasn't a bum he would be able to get the money in some way. But I'll ignore that.

2.) If Heinz doesn't love his wife, should he steal the drug for her?  Why or why not?

Depends on why he doesn't love her. But probably, yes. A husband has obligations to his wife, regardless.

3.) Suppose the person dying is not his wife but a stranger.  Should Heinz steal the drug for the stranger?  Why or why not?

Of course not. That would be silly and misguided.

4.) (If you favor stealing the drug for a stranger.)  Suppose it's a pet animal he loves.  Should Heinz steal to save the pet animal?  Why or why not?

Eh.

5.) Is it important for people to do everything they can to save another's life?  Why or why not?

Yes, if that person is important to them.

6.) Is it against the law for Heinz to steal?  Does that make it morally wrong?  Why or why not?

Yes, No. Sometimes we have to trespass laws because laws cannot take all factors into consideration, esepcially not personal ones. That's the way it is, not much we can do about it.

7.) Should people try to do everything they can to obey the law?  Why or why not?

Of course not. They should try and do what is right.

[Gustaf]

One thing I'm surprised hasn't been mentioned is Heinz should ask his wife what she wants him to do.

If she doesn't want him to steal, that makes the situation a lot simpler.

It would be irresponsible to ask her to make the decision. If she loves him at all she wouldn't ask him to go to jail for her.