John Rawls
John Rawls was an influential American political philosopher, best known for his work 'A Theory of Justice', which introduced the concept of 'justice as fairness' and reshaped modern political thought. His ideas on distributive justice and the 'original position' have had a profound impact on discussions of ethics and political theory. Though he passed away in 2002, Rawls' theories continue to resonate in contemporary debates about social justice and the role of government in addressing inequalities, making him a relevant figure in discussions surrounding progressive ideologies.
Born on Feb 21, 1921 (104 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 6.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 22,034 | $2,700,000 | 876$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 22,034 | $2,700,000 | 876$ |
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United Kingdom:
John Rawls is mentioned for his idea of the 'veil of ignorance' as a foundation for liberal politics.
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Italy:
John Rawls argued that restrictions are legitimate only against groups actively suppressing rights and democracy.
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Indonesia:
John Rawls is referenced regarding the concept of justice in society.
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Colombia:
John Rawls' theory of justice as fairness is discussed in relation to ethical dilemmas.
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Greece:
John Rawls is referenced as a significant representative of philosophical thought on justice in the USA.
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Switzerland:
John Rawls is an American philosopher who discusses the dangers of group superiority.
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Peru:
John Rawls is mentioned as a thinker who contributed to the discourse on political engagement.
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Hungary:
John Rawls discussed in his theory of justice that freedom of speech should not undermine democratic institutions.
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Hungary:
John Rawls discussed in his theory of justice that freedom of speech should not undermine democratic institutions.
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Dominican Republic:
John Rawls defended the idea that a just society is only possible within a democratic framework.
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