The natural lottery is neither just nor unjust; nor is it unjust that persons are born into certain positions in society.
Theory of justice
'A Theory of Justice', Chapter III, Section 29
1971
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"The principles of justice are not derived from a comprehensive moral doctrine."
Controversial"The principles of justice are those that would be chosen by rational beings in a situation of equality."
Controversial"The idea of a well-ordered society is an ideal that we should strive for, even if we can never fully achieve it."
Strange & Unusual"A just society must provide the social bases of self-respect for all citizens."
Strange & Unusual"The principles of justice apply to the basic structure of society and govern the assignment of rights and duties and regulate the distribution of social and economic advantages."
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