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Economic inequality is one of the most divisive issues of our time. Yet few would argue that inequality is a greater evil than poverty. The poor suffer because they don't have enough, not because others have more, and some have far too much. So why do many people appear to be more distressed by the rich than by the poor? In this provocative book, the #1 __New York Times__ bestselling author of __On Bullshit__ presents a compelling and unsettling response to those who believe that the goal of social justice should be economic equality or less inequality. Harry Frankfurt, one of the most influential moral philosophers in the world, argues that we are morally obligated to eliminate poverty--not achieve equality or reduce inequality. Our focus should be on making sure everyone has a sufficient amount to live a decent life. To focus instead on inequality is distracting and alienating. At the same time, Frankfurt argues that the conjunction of vast wealth and poverty is offensive. If we dedicate ourselves to making sure everyone has enough, we may reduce inequality as a side effect. But it's essential to see that the ultimate goal of justice is to end poverty, not inequality. A serious c

Who reads On Inequality: Princeton University Press?

Author

Frankfurt, Harry G,Princeton University Press

Publisher

Princeton University Press

Published

2015

Language

EN

ISBN

9781400873272

Category

philosophy

Subjects

Political Science, Law, Economics

Rating

3.53 / 5 (216 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14