Martin O’Neill

Fabienne Peter, a Professor of Philosophy, dives into John Rawls' transformative theory of justice, while Martin O’Neill sheds light on Rawls' background and philosophical influences. Jonathan Wolff evaluates Rawls' radical ideas on economic inequality and the 'justice as fairness' framework. The conversation also tackles the feasibility of Rawls' property-owning democracy and critiques associated with racial justice. They discuss how Rawlsian principles can guide public policy and the ongoing relevance of his insights in today’s democratic societies.