Full Idea
Equal consideration of interests is a minimal principle of equality in the sense that it does not dictate equal treatment.
Gist of Idea
Equality of interests is a minimal principle, not implying equal treatment
Source
Peter Singer (Practical Ethics [1979], 02)
Book Reference
Singer,Peter: 'Practical Ethics' [CUP 1989], p.21
A Reaction
Do those convicted of serious crime retain equal interests? Should a huge group of people sacrifice all of their interests, because of the powerful interests of one person?