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Sovereign Virtue: The Theory and Practice of Equality,New
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Equality is the endangered species of political ideals. Even leftofcenter politicians reject equality as an ideal: government must combat poverty, they say, but need not strive that its citizens be equal in any dimension. In his new book Ronald Dworkin insists, to the contrary, that equality is the indispensable virtue of democratic sovereignty. A legitimate government must treat all its citizens as equals, that is, with equal respect and concern, and, since the economic distribution that any society achieves is mainly the consequence of its system of law and policy, that requirement imposes serious egalitarian constraints on that distribution.What distribution of a nation's wealth is demanded by equal concern for all? Dworkin draws upon two fundamental humanist principlesfirst, it is of equal objective importance that all human lives flourish, and second, each person is responsible for defining and achieving the flourishing of his or her own lifeto ground his wellknown thesis that true equality means equality in the value of the resources that each person commands, not in the success he or she achieves. Equality, freedom, and individual responsibility are therefore not in conflict, but flow from and into one another as facets of the same humanist conception of life and politics. Since no abstract political theory can be understood except in the context of actual and complex political issues, Dworkin develops his thesis by applying it to heated contemporary controversies about the distribution of health care, unemployment benefits, campaign finance reform, affirmative action, assisted suicide, and genetic engineering.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Sovereign Virtue'? A: 'Sovereign Virtue: The Theory and Practice of Equality' by Ronald Dworkin explores the concept of equality as a fundamental political ideal, asserting that a legitimate government must treat all citizens with equal respect and concern.
- Q: How does Dworkin define true equality in the book? A: Dworkin defines true equality as equality in the value of resources that each person commands, rather than equality in the success or outcomes achieved by individuals.
- Q: What are some of the contemporary issues Dworkin addresses in the book? A: The book addresses issues such as healthcare distribution, unemployment benefits, campaign finance reform, affirmative action, assisted suicide, and genetic engineering, using these topics to illustrate his thesis on equality.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Sovereign Virtue'? A: 'Sovereign Virtue' was published on March 1, 2002.
- Q: Is 'Sovereign Virtue' suitable for readers unfamiliar with political theory? A: Yes, Dworkin's writing is accessible and engages with real-world political issues, making it suitable for readers with varying levels of familiarity with political theory.
- Q: What is the format and page count of the book? A: 'Sovereign Virtue' is available in a trade paperback format and contains 528 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Sovereign Virtue'? A: The author of 'Sovereign Virtue' is Ronald Dworkin, a prominent legal and political philosopher.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'Sovereign Virtue' is the Trade Paperback Edition.
- Q: Does the book provide practical applications of its theories? A: Yes, Dworkin applies his theories of equality to contemporary controversies, providing practical insights into how his ideas can influence real-world policies.
- Q: What category does 'Sovereign Virtue' fall under? A: 'Sovereign Virtue' falls under the category of Income Inequality, addressing the philosophical underpinnings of this significant socio-economic issue.