Political Science 3332F/G Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Inheritance Tax, Public Law, Advocacy Group
3 Feb 2019
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First - each person is to have an equal right to the most extensive scheme of equal basic liberties compatible w a similar scheme of liberities for each other. Second - social/econ inequalities are to be arranged so that they are both reasonably expected to be to everyone"s advantage and attached to positions and offices open to all. Demand fair equality of opportunity - we all get a shot of the best jobs. May involve more resources in those who are worse off. Difference principal - allow differences in income people make but differences can only be justified if it produces advantage for everyone, particulairy the worst off. Inequality must be in advantage for worst off - should make. Brain surgeon - pay more to convince people to pursue this life better off occupation because it takes a long time; will help people those worse off. Permissible to cap payments because they will still.
