I have tried to set forth a theory that enables us to understand and to assess these feelings about the primacy of justice. Justice as fairness is the outcome: it articulates these opinions and supports their general tendency.

Clearly when the liberties are left unrestricted they collide with one another.

If A were not allowed his better position, B would be even worse off than he is.

It is of first importance that the military be subordinate to civilian government

An injustice is tolerable only when it is necessary to avoid an even greater injustice.

Many of our most serious conflicts are conflicts within ourselves. Those who suppose their judgements are always consistent are unreflective or dogmatic.

In constant pursuit of money to finance campaigns, the political system is simply unable to function. Its deliberative powers are paralyzed.