Contemporary Debates in Political Philosophy [Paperback]

This collection of 24 essays, written by eminent philosophers and political theorists, brings together fresh debates on some of the most fundamental questions in contemporary political philosophy, including human rights, equality, constitutionalism, the value of democracy, identity and political neutrality.

• Presents fresh debates on six of the fundamental questions in contemporary political philosophy
• Each question is treated by a pair of opposing essays written by eminent scholars
• Lively debate format sharply defines the issues, invites the reader to participate in the exchange of arguments and paves the way for further discussion
• Will serve as an accessible introduction to the major topics in political philosophy, whilst also capturing the imagination of professional philosophers
• Offers the unique opportunity to observe leading philosophers engaging in head-to-head debate

Acknowledgements.

Introduction Thomas Christiano and John Christman.

Questions of Method.

1. Facts and Principles G.A. Cohen.

2. Constructivism, Facts, and Moral Justification Samuel Freeman.

3. Reason and the Ethos of a Late-Modern Citizen Stephen White.

Liberalism.

Political Neutrality.

4. The Moral Foundations of Liberal Neutrality Gerald F. Gaus.

5. Perfectionism in Politics: A Defense Steven Wall.

Liberty and Distributive Justice.

6. Individualism and Libertarian Rights Eric Mack.

7. Left-Libertarianism and Liberty Peter Vallentyne.

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