What are the rights and wrongs of Buddhism today?

Answer 1

Buddhism does not deal in absolutes like right and wrong, instead it teaches how to improve the human condition by learning to see ourselves and our world more accurately and learning to act more skillfully with the wisdom gained. Each situation is different, which is why there are no absolutes.

Some guiding principals are offered, however, like the suggestion that we cultivate wise friends, check our understanding of situations and so base our choices on good information rather that the delusion that we know exactly what's going on, and such things as being mindful before speaking, taking action, and choosing a new job.

Some things to refrain from killing living beings, from taking what is not given, from sexual misconduct, from harmful speech, and to not partake of intoxicants that impair the ability to think clearly or act effectively (except as needed medicinally).

Answer 2

By its nature buddhism is the middle way, a path devoid of extremes. There are a range of issues that some buddhists may think are very important, these ideas may provoke debate between people. This really isn't about buddhism or the teachings of Buddha.