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A Theory of Justice by John Rawls: 9 Minute Summary

 

A Theory of Justice by John Rawls: 9 Minute Summary


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BOOK SUMMARY


TITLE - A Theory of Justice


AUTHOR - John Rawls



DESCRIPTION:

📖 Looking for a classic on political philosophy? A Theory of Justice by John Rawls offers a compelling alternative to utilitarianism while expressing an essential part of the democratic tradition - justice as fairness. With revisions to the original text, this powerful theory is as relevant today as it was in 1971.



TIMESTAMPS:

⌚ 00:00 Introduction

⌚ 01:11 Beyond Classical Utilitarianism

⌚ 01:51 A Society's Fundamental Charter

⌚ 02:27 The Theory of Justice as Fairness

⌚ 03:40 The Veil of Ignorance and Justice

⌚ 04:23 Justice as Fairness

⌚ 05:27 Principles of Justice and Egalitarianism

⌚ 06:21 Justice as Fairness

⌚ 07:18 Justice as Fairness

⌚ 07:59 Final Recap




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