John Ahrens is currently an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where he teaches courses on political theory, applied ethics, and philosophical themes in literature and film. He was formerly on the faculty of Bowling Green State University, where he helped to establish the Social Philosophy and Policy Center. Professor Ahrens’ research ranges from political theory and the ethical dimensions of public policy to popular culture; his previous publications include articles on corporate responsibility, limited government, and the aesthetics of science fiction film. He also writes for the popular press on issues of current political significance.

• I. INTRODUCTION: CARING FOR POSTERITY, II. THE ENVIRONMENT: CRISIS OR OPPORTUNITY, III. THE FOUNDATION AND SCOPE OF RIGHTS, IV. THE RIGHTS OF FUTURE GENERATIONS, V. CONCLUSION: PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE

John Ahrens is currently an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where he teaches courses on political theory, applied ethics, and philosophical themes in literature and film. He was formerly on the faculty of Bowling Green State University, where he helped to establish the Social Philosophy and Policy Center. Professor Ahrens’ research ranges from political theory and the ethical dimensions of public policy to popular culture; his previous publications include articles on corporate responsibility, limited government, and the aesthetics of science fiction film. He also writes for the popular press on issues of current political significance.

• I. INTRODUCTION: CARING FOR POSTERITY, II. THE ENVIRONMENT: CRISIS OR OPPORTUNITY, III. THE FOUNDATION AND SCOPE OF RIGHTS, IV. THE RIGHTS OF FUTURE GENERATIONS, V. CONCLUSION: PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE