In this truly interdisciplinary study that reflects the author's work in philosophy, political science, law, and policy studies, Thomas W. Simon argues that democratic theory must address the social injustices inflicted upon disadvantaged groups. By shifting theoretical sights from justice to injustice, Simon recasts the nature of democracy and provides a new perspective on social problems. He examines the causes and effects of injustice, victims' responses to injustice, and historical theories of disadvantage, revealing that those theories have important repercussions for contemporary policy debates. Finally, Simon considers which institutions and practices come within the grasp of democracy and discusses the concept of a 'Negative Utopia,' or a future without injustice.
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His book is a timely achievement and an agenda getter in the widening conversation over democracy. -- Milton Fisk, Indiana University Simon brings considerable philosophical sophistication to his discussions of injustice, democracy, and the relationship between disadvantage and democracy, shedding light on these subjects. The Law and Politics Book Review Both interesting and persuasive ... -- Jennifer Greene, University of Texas, Austin Philosophy in Review The mixture of sociological findings, legal theory and social philosophy is most impressive. -- Larry May, Washington University
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Für höhere Schule und Studium
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Höhe: 229 mm
Breite: 152 mm
Dicke: 25 mm
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978-0-8476-7937-9 (9780847679379)
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Thomas W. Simon is professor of philosophy at Illinois State University. He has taught philosophy, political science and legal studies and has practiced law. He has authored over thirty articles in philosophy, political science, and law and was a Liberal Arts Fellow at Harvard Law School.
Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Injustice versus Justice Chapter 3 An Approach to Injustice Chapter 4 A Theory of the Disadvantaged Chapter 5 Equal Protection for Disadvantaged Groups Chapter 6 The Level Playing Field of Democracy Chapter 7 Rule for the Disadvantaged Chapter 8 Democracy's Reach Chapter 9 Democratizing the Present Chapter 10 Democratizing the Future Chapter 11 Conclusion
