Nozick’s libertarian theory proposes

a. libertarians endorse utilitarianism's concern for total social well-being.
b. pleasure takes priority over any other moral concern.
c. libertarians generally agree that liberty allows only a "night-watchman" state.
d. if a person comes into possession of a holding through a legitimate transfer, then, morally speaking, she or he
deserves that holding.


c

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