Chapter 7 Reading Goals

Explain the constitutive elements of justice as a concept and an ethical principle.
Understand in detail the four traditional theories of justice and two recent theories.
Explain the importance of fair opportunity, including the principle of redress, for removing unfair discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, and social status.
Articulate how undue inducement and undue profit lead to the exploitation of vulnerabilities.
Explain the arguments for a statist and global right to a decent minimum of health care, including the possibility of forfeiture for various risk-taking behaviors.
Explain the various levels and criteria advocated for allocation and rationing of health care resources.