Fairness

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The exploration of fairness reveals its complexity beyond mere equality, as Nicholas Rescher argues that it cannot be conflated with concepts like paternalism or radical egalitarianism. He emphasizes that fairness, particularly in distributive justice, hinges on objective evaluations of claims rather than subjective preferences. Rescher distinguishes between new and preexisting ownership, advocating for context-sensitive approaches to distribution. Ultimately, he posits that fairness is a pragmatic concept, shaped by the specific aims and contexts of distribution.