A full understanding of our pluralism—such as our diverse preferences and values—has important but underappreciated implications for Rawlsians, anarchists, and socialists alike. Robert Nozick illustrates the remarkable differences across persons and societies and how our understanding of justice and morality should be informed by an awareness of these differences.

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Aeon J. Skoble is professor of philosophy at Bridgewater State University.
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