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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panama | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,314,768 | 3,940 | $76,000 | 69$ |
| Indonesia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 296,985 | $1,119,000 | 1,215$ |
| Totals | 2 | 277,838,383 | 300,925 | $1,195,000 | 1,284$ |
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Indonesia:
John Rawls' theory of justice is referenced to highlight the plight of gravekeepers.
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Panama:
John Rawls argued that the legitimacy of institutions depends on their ability to guarantee equitable conditions of participation.
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Iraq:
John Rawls is cited as a political philosopher who emphasized the importance of protecting minorities in a democracy.
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Kenya:
John Rawls posited that justice is fairness, which guided Raila's politics.
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Costa Rica:
John Rawls distinguishes between the rational, focused on self-interest, and the reasonable, oriented towards the common good.
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Spain:
John Rawls was a philosopher known for his thought experiment on justice called the 'veil of ignorance'.
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Indonesia:
John Rawls stated that economic inequality is only justified if it benefits the least advantaged.
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Indonesia:
John Rawls stated that economic inequality is only justified if it benefits the least advantaged.
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Indonesia:
John Rawls stressed the importance of justice as fairness, advocating for the consideration of the most vulnerable in social burden distribution.
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Indonesia:
John Rawls is mentioned for his ideas on the state's role in ensuring basic needs.
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