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RAWLS AND MOOR 22 January

COMP 381. RAWLS AND MOOR 22 January. Rawls’s Social Justice. Social contract made under “veil of ignorance” Independent of self Everyone same claims to basic rights and liberties Inequalities must be equal opportunity (based on skill or societal benefit) or

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RAWLS AND MOOR 22 January

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  1. COMP 381 RAWLS AND MOOR22 January

  2. Rawls’s Social Justice • Social contract made under “veil of ignorance” • Independent of self • Everyone same claims to basic rights and liberties • Inequalities must be • equal opportunity (based on skill or societal benefit) or • of greatest benefit to least-advantaged 1921-2002

  3. Rawl’s Principles of Justice • Principle of Equal Liberty Each person has an equal right to the most extensive liberties compatible with similar liberties for all. • Difference Principle : Social and economic inequalities should be arranged so that they are both • to the greatest benefit of the least advantaged persons and • attached to offices and positions open to all under conditions of equality of opportunity.

  4. Just Consequentialism • James Moor (Dartmouth) • Consider consequences of action… but combine with deontological ideals • Consider duties, rights, and justice • Protect against unnecessary harm (suffering), where harm = loss of core values • life, happiness, abilities, security, knowledge, freedom, opportunities, resources

  5. Applying Just Consequentialism • A decision or action is ethical if • It does not cause any unnecessary harm to individuals and groups • Supports individual rights • Fulfills duties

  6. Evaluating Ethical Systems

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