Rawls's Theory Is a Theory of "Justice as Fairness

question 81

Essay

Rawls's theory is a theory of "justice as fairness." Do you see anything unjust or unfair in it? Why or why not? Some feminist and other theorists have criticized Rawls's idea of the "original position" because it strips away particularities from the persons who might imagine themselves behind the "veil of ignorance." Do you think this might be a valid criticism, or do you think it could be based on a misunderstanding of Rawls' theory?

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Definitions:

Imaginary Audience

A psychological concept where an individual believes that his or her actions are the center of other people's attention, a phenomenon common in adolescence.

Sense Of Shame

A painful feeling arising from the consciousness of something dishonorable, improper, or ridiculous done by oneself or another.

Erikson's View

Psychosocial development theory proposed by Erik Erikson, which outlines eight stages of development from infancy to adulthood, each characterized by a specific crisis and its resolution.

Identity

The qualities, beliefs, personality, looks, and/or expressions that make a person or group distinct from others.