What is Just?

From the porch of Winchester, Virginia, in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, about two hours from me, come words of wisdom from the author of Deer Hunting with Jesus. I wish I could choose words like Joe Bageant does (and play guitar like him!). He talks about why the “working class” thinks and does what it does and points to a common denominator for all people. Check it out!


It makes sense for me to appeal to the universal quality of justice - as Joe says, “What is just and right.” I talk about living your values, but for that you need to be able to objectively look at your situation and see what’s wrong with it, and what needs to happen to correct it. Justice is more of a way to evaluate your situation. Instead of “handouts,” isn’t creating a system where people have a chance to belong and take part and thrive better?


Posted by Ted on October 31st, 2008

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