"The principles of justice are to be publicly recognized as the final court of appeal for ordering institutions."

"The concept of a person as free and equal is a fundamental idea in justice as fairness."

"We are not to think of the original position as an actual assembly."

"The difference principle is not intended to maximize the welfare of the least advantaged, but to ensure that their prospects are as good as they can be."

"A just society aims to secure the primary goods for all its citizens."