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Full Idea
Every normative theory of social justice that has received support and advocacy in recent times seems to demand equality of something.
Clarification
'Normative' theories give recommendations
Gist of Idea
All modern theories of justice demand equality of something
Source
Amartya Sen (The Idea of Justice [2009], 14 Intro)
Book Ref
Sen, Amartya: 'The Idea of Justice' [Penguin 2010], p.291
A Reaction
He mentions liberties, income, rights and utilities.
Related Idea
Idea 20543 'Social justice' is a confused idea, and inequalities need no justification [Hayek, by Swift]