Abstract
This chapter contends that the liberties correctly classifiable as basic are susceptible to being equally enjoyed at the same time by everyone (equal co-enjoyment), important in the lives of normal human beings (personal significance), and not legitimately subject to any restrictions beyond those necessary to satisfy the requirement of equal co-enjoyment. It draws upon Hart's critique of John Rawls in order to develop his account of the chief characteristics of the basic liberties.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | The Legacy of H.L.A. Hart |
Subtitle of host publication | Legal, Political, and Moral Philosophy |
Publisher | Oxford University Press |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780191720130 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780199542895 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 31 2008 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Social Sciences
Keywords
- Basic liberties
- Equality
- John rawls
- Republicanism