Listed In: Philosophers
Birthdate: February 21, 1921
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Died: November 24, 2002
John Bordley Rawls was a prominent American moral, legal, and political philosopher who made substantial contributions to normative political philosophy. His work, notably “A Theory of Justice,” introduced the idea of “justice as fairness,” promoting equal basic liberties, equality of opportunity, and maximizing benefits for the least advantaged individuals in society. Rawls’ concept of the “original position” was key to his support for principles of social justice. He was honored with prestigious awards for rejuvenating political and ethical philosophy with his groundbreaking concepts.
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