The Difficulty of Tolerance : Essays in Political Philosophy

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Publication information:

Scanlon, Thomas. 2003. The Difficulty of Tolerance : Essays in Political Philosophy. Cambridge : Cambridge University Press.

Abstract

A theory of freedom of expression – Rights, goals, and fairness – Due process – Preference and urgency – Freedom of expression and categories of expression – Human rights as a neutral concern – Contractualism and utilitarianism – Content regulation reconsidered – Value, desire, and quality of life – The difficulty of tolerance – The diversity of objections to inequality – Punishment and the rule of law – Promises and contracts.