John Rawls and unequivocal justice

约翰·罗尔斯与明确正义

LSE: Public lectures and events

2025-11-25

1 小时 29 分钟
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Contributor(s): Professor Christopher Freiman | urious about how free markets and social justice intersect? Join us for an engaging lecture by Christopher Freiman, author of the book Unequivocal Justice. Freiman offers a rethinking of the political theory of John Rawls and challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding liberal egalitarianism and free-market regimes. Freiman’s work highlights the importance of non-ideal theory, focusing on the real-world applications of political principles rather than abstract ideals. He argues that traditional Rawlsian liberalism does not consistently apply its idealising assumptions across its theory. By examining political liberty, economic sufficiency, fair opportunity, and social equality under realistic conditions, Freiman provides a fresh perspective on achieving justice in an imperfect world. This lecture is essential for anyone interested in the practical implications of political theory and the pursuit of social justice.
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  • Welcome to the LSE Events podcast by the London School of Economics and Political Science.

  • Get ready to hear from some of the most influential international figures in the social sciences.

  • Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.

  • My name is Brian here.

  • This event tonight is part of the public lectures programme at the London School of Economics.

  • And it is also hosted and organised by the HIAC programme here at LSE.

  • The objective of the Hayek program is a name suggest to explore and advance the intellectual contributions of political economists and philosopher F.A.

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  • Our speaker for tonight is Professor Christopher Freiman who has travelled all the way from the United States to be with us.

  • The contents of his talk is based on his book, Unequivocal Justice,

  • published by Rootledge, which I'm sure you can access online.

  • Christopher Fryman is a professor in the Department of General Business in the John Chambers College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University.

  • Previously, Chris was an associate professor of philosophy at William & Mary,

  • where he received an alumni fellowship award for excellence in teaching,

  • and the class of 1963 term distinguished associate professor of philosophy.

  • He's the author of three books, most recently, Libertarianism,

  • The Basics with Jessica Flanagan, and over 50 articles and chapters.

  • Chris's writings have been featured in a variety of popular outlets,

  • including Washington Post, Reason, Aeon and Inside Higher Education.