What Is the "Veil of Ignorance," and How Does It

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Essay

What is the "veil of ignorance," and how does it function in Rawls's argument for his two principles of justice?

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Definitions:

Karen Horney

A German psychoanalyst known for her theory of neurotic needs and her work on neurotic personality development.

Social Interaction Styles

Distinct patterns of communication and behavior used by individuals when engaging with others.

Inferiority

A feeling of lower status or adequacy in comparison to others, often associated with Erikson's stages of psychosocial development.

Alfred Adler

An Austrian medical doctor and psychotherapist who founded individual psychology, emphasizing the importance of feelings of inferiority and the striving for superiority.