Discuss which of the social ethics theories listed below you most agree with and why. Discuss your reasons for disagreeing with the others
a. Distributive justice
b. Social egalitarian
c. Libertarianism
Students' answers will vary. The goal of this question is to have the students apply what they are learning. The students can be encouraged to use examples from recent events as reported by the media to illustrate their viewpoint. The students' discussion should be accurate as to their description of the theory.
a. Distributive justice considers the needs and rights of all its members. Harvard philosopher, John Rawls, proposed this theory. Such a society would not be strictly egalitarian. Equality of opportunity would be stressed. (1) This theory appeals to me because... or (2) This theory does not make sense to me because...
b. Social egalitarians believe that society should provide all persons with equal amounts of goods and services without regard to the contribution each person makes to society. (1) This theory appeals to me because... (2) This theory does not appeal to me because...
c. Libertarians focus on the marketplace as a determiner of what is best for society. Libertarians believe in dealing honestly but believe in "the survival of the fittest" as determined by the marketplace. (1) This theory appeals to me because... (2) This theory does not appeal to me because...
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