Political Science 3332F/G Chapter 1: Thomas
3 Feb 2019
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Strong appeal of rights is that they affirm equality. Can be used to a personal possession and to deny responsibility to others. Egotistic people will use the fact that they have rights to further their own self- interest. Historically, rights where used to protect the public sphere (state) rather than private (families, individuals) Contributes to the detriment of social responsibility - promotes constant competition between people. Will use rights, even if it means others will be worse off. Rights orientated world: people less satisfied with private lives, lack of common goals, ignore future generations, Edmund burke - opposition to french revolution. Metaphysical right - everyone may do as they please - led to bloody french revolution. Social stability and community well-being must be nurtured. Denial for social truths and enthusiasm for abstract principle for rights = mad world. Michael sandel - criticism of rawls" theory of liberalism.
