Full Idea
In assessing equality of claims, it must be decided whether to use a single, objective standard, or whether interests should be ranked by the person's own estimation. Also should they balance momentary or long-term needs?
Gist of Idea
In judging disputes, should we use one standard, or those of each individual?
Source
Thomas Nagel (Equality [1977], §6)
Book Reference
Nagel,Thomas: 'Mortal Questions' [CUP 1981], p.117