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On Inequality

By Frankfurt, Harry G

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On Inequality

By Frankfurt, Harry G

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In this provocative book, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of On Bullshit presents a compelling and unsettling response to those who believe that the goal of social justice should be economic equality or less inequality. Harry Frankfurt, one of the most influential moral philosophers in the world, argues that we are morally obligated to eliminate poverty--not achieve equality or reduce inequality. Our focus should be on making sure everyone has a sufficient amount to live a decent life. To focus instead on inequality is distracting and alienating. At the same time, Frankfurt argues that the conjunction of vast wealth and poverty is offensive. If we dedicate ourselves to making sure everyone has enough, we may reduce inequality as a side effect. But it's essential to see that the ultimate goal of justice is to end poverty, not inequality.
Product details
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
120
Release Date:
2015-09-29
Publication Date:
2015-09-29
Publisher:
Princeton University Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0691167141
ISBN13:
9780691167145
Weight:
171 g
Height:
123 cm
Width:
185 cm
Thickness:
17 cm
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