Rawls

3. Rawls' term for the principles that structure society emerging from the original position
4. Contrasting perspectives, such as Rawls' theory of justice and libertarian philosophy.
5. Rawls' argument that individuals would prefer equal basic liberties for all from behind the veil of ignorance
10. Concept where decision-makers disregard their characteristics to ensure fair choices
12. A decision rule used in uncertainty aiming to maximize the minimum gain
13. Rawls' principle proposing every individual should have equal opportunity to attain advantageous positions
16. The two guidelines proposed by Rawls that would shape a just society
17. Essential elements necessary for a just society like freedom, opportunity, income, and self-respect
18. Rawls' principle about organizing social and economic inequalities to benefit the least advantaged
20. Theory addressing the legitimacy of the state's authority over individuals

1. Principle stating that law should govern a nation and all are subject to it
2. Rawls' groundbreaking book in political philosophy
6. The agreement expected among rational participants on principles for a just society
7. Structures upholding and enforcing laws and norms, and organizing social behavior in a society
8. Hypothetical situation used by Rawls in which individuals unaware of their future status design societal principles
9. A ranking order where one principle must be satisfied before the next is considered
11. Rawls' first principle emphasizing equal rights to basic liberties for all
14. Fundamental freedoms each person is entitled to according to Rawls' first principle of justice
15. Rawls' vision of a society where everyone's right to equal liberty is respected and enforced
19. Influential 20th-century political philosopher known for his work, "A Theory of Justice"