- June 30th, 2025, 8:07 am
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This topic is about the June 2025 Philosophy Book of the Month, Anticipation Day: What Would You Do? by Jeff Michelson
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In the book, not everyone is entertained in the simulation.
John Rawls, who felt that fairness should be the foundation of justice, argued that since no one knows their social status, laws should be enacted for the benefit of all, especially for the least fortunate. From this Rawlsian view, a society retaining psychological comfort for the rich might be worsening rather than alleviating inequalities.
Another point Rawls stressed was the "Difference Principle", which stated that inequalities are only acceptable if they work to the advantage of the least well off.
Then, is it morally right to refuse those who need it the most these simulations when they act as a means to catharsis, clarity, or joy?
In the book, not everyone is entertained in the simulation.
John Rawls, who felt that fairness should be the foundation of justice, argued that since no one knows their social status, laws should be enacted for the benefit of all, especially for the least fortunate. From this Rawlsian view, a society retaining psychological comfort for the rich might be worsening rather than alleviating inequalities.
Another point Rawls stressed was the "Difference Principle", which stated that inequalities are only acceptable if they work to the advantage of the least well off.
Then, is it morally right to refuse those who need it the most these simulations when they act as a means to catharsis, clarity, or joy?
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