John Rawls offers a theory of justice that, he claims, lies within the social contract tradition. And it seeks to offer a theory of justice that locates justice in institutional design rather than in character (for instance, as Plato does in the Republic).
- Explain the reasoning that Rawls provides to support his contention that the two principles of justice are the correct principles to organize institutions.
- Critically consider Rawls’ principles. What worries do they generate and is there a way for Rawls to respond to them? (note: you should explain no more than two objections)