What Does Social Justice Mean?
Short answer
Social justice is the idea that a fair society gives people real access to rights, opportunities and resources.
Explanation
People disagree about how to achieve it. Most agree on the goal: a society where your chances aren't decided by things you didn't choose.
Historical context · facts
The term has been used for well over a century in religious, philosophical and political writing.
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Why it matters · WOKE Values commentary
Fairness shouldn't depend on luck.