The 2008 Bellingham Summer Philosophy Conference has posted its call for papers. As far as I know, this is the only philosophy conference where you can win a prize for sustaining a physical injury. (Visit to ER may be required to claim prize; only one winner per year.) Needless to say, I will be there.
CFP: BSPC
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AuthorBen Bradley
AuthorBen Bradley
Ben, any luck in your efforts to get that prize named after you?
Ben, any luck in your efforts to get that prize named after you?
Ben, any luck in your efforts to get that prize named after you?
No, I think Ori’s injury was worse than mine. Plus, I’ve already got a separate prize named after me for getting the most kidney stones.
Ben did win the prize last time though. He broke something in his arm (can’t remember what). He complained about it for a bit, but decided not to go to the hospital. Later, at the bar, I saw him walking with a beer in each hand. What a hero!
It needed to be carried, so I carried it. It hurt a little bit. Does that make me a hero? Probably. But it is not for mere mortals to pass judgment on such matters. I was merely trying to contribute to the overall happiness of humanity.