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Rawls' Philosophy on Justice and Inequality
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The idea of justifying inequality based on what people deserve or earn is bound to fail as there is no way to separate effort from luck. It may be better if the wealthy have less money but live in a society with more political stability and less supply chain issues, while those at the poverty line prioritize secure housing, food, and education for their children.
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Political philosopher John Rawls argued that trying to justify inequality based on what people deserve or earn is bound to fail because luck cannot be separated from effort.
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Political philosopher John Rawls argued that trying to justify inequality based on what people deserve or earn is bound to fail because luck cannot be separated from effort. Rewarding some people more for particular work is only beneficial if it increases productivity, otherwise it is better to consider eliminating the role of luck in determining success.
ChapterRawls' Philosophy on Justice and Inequality
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The prioritization of compressing the scale of inequality vs. specifically raising the floor is a matter of personal priorities, and it is not a zero sum game.
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The prioritization of compressing the scale of inequality vs. specifically raising the floor is a matter of personal priorities, and it is not a zero sum game. In the long term, society benefits more from political stability and fair labor practices than from a few individuals having extreme wealth.