Equality and Social Justice Flashcards
1
Q
What view is held by liberals on equality?
A
Liberalism is based on a belief in foundational equality.
2
Q
What is formal equality?
A
People are entitled to the same legal and political rights in society and these are ensured by equal voting rights.
3
Q
Equality of opportunity or equality of outcome?
A
Liberals believe in equality of opportunity.
4
Q
Why do liberals believe in equality of opportunity?
A
People have different potentials that will lead to different outcomes, however people should be free to reach that potential.
