We didn't discuss in-depth the theories of Justice (Rawls, Nozick, Nielsen, utilitarianism). With which of these do you need more help? Most students find the Rawls somewhat confusing, so ask if you need further explanation.
The objections of Nozick and Rawls to utilitarian theories of justice facilitate an interesting discussion concerning principles of justice. Nozicks objections, though forceful, do not present a reasonable objection to utilitarian notions of justice. His critique of utilitarianism relies on questionable assumptions with regards to free market arrangements. On the other hand, Rawls argument against "a classical form" of utilitarianism is largely persuasive. However, even so, he fails to consider declining marginal utility and the implications that the principle has in a utilitarian arrangement.
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Further explanation on the Rawls theory of justice would be nice since I don't have the 6th or 7th edition.
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