Property-Owning Democracy

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Rawls and Beyond

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Property-Owning Democracy examines the philosophical and psychological underpinnings of an economic system where wealth is distributed more evenly across a society. The book explores how such a society might function, proposing a democratic framework aimed at promoting equality and preventing excessive concentrations of power. It provides a detailed analysis of the potential benefits and challenges of implementing this model in contemporary economic and political contexts.
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This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by philosophical and psychological discussions around social justice, equality, and the distribution of wealth. It explores the concept of property-owning democracy, offering insight into how economic systems can be constructed to support a more equitable society. If you're interested in theories about fair distribution of resources and their impact on democracy, this could be a compelling read.

Property-Owning Democracy: Rawls and Beyond features a collection of original essays that represent the first extended treatment of political philosopher John Rawls' idea of a property-owning democracy.

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Property-Owning Democracy: Rawls and Beyond features a collection of original essays that represent the first extended treatment of political philosopher John Rawls' idea of a property-owning democracy.

Offers new and essential insights into Rawls' idea of "property-owning democracy".

Addresses the proposed political and economic institutions and policies which Rawls' theory would require.

Considers radical alternatives to existing forms of capitalism.

Provides a major contribution to debates among progressive policymakers and activists about the programmatic direction progressive politics should take in the near future.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118854600

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 February 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Contributors:

Edited by Martin O'Neill
Edited by Thad Williamson

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 635g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Martin O Neill is Senior Lecturer in PoliticalPhilosophy in the Department of Politics at the University ofYork. Thad Williamson is Associate Professor of Leadership Studiesand Philosophy, Politics, Economics and Law, University ofRichmond.