What is a “Just Society?”

And who decides?

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A just society is a society that respects the rights and liberties of its members. In order to do this it must adhere to four main principles:

1. Rationality — A rational concept of justice requires an understanding of human nature and society, as well as a logical evaluation of evidence. It also requires an appreciation for the complexity involved in making moral assessments, which can be seen by how many different ethical theories have arisen throughout history.
2. Morality — Humans are social creatures who function best when they live together with others who share common goals; therefore, morality can be used to help facilitate cooperation among members while allowing for personal freedom within set boundaries (i.e., laws). This is necessary because humans are not always rational actors; emotions often influence their actions and lead them astray from what they would otherwise want or need to do if left alone without any external interference. Therefore, some form of morality should exist so that people can work together while still preserving individual autonomy.
3. Fairness — Fairness is important because it allows people to trust one another and work together for common causes. It also mitigates the effects of bias, which can result in injustice if left unchecked.