Social Contract Theory Reconsidered

In this unit we are considering again the idea of why and how we construct societies. Martha Nussbaum reintroduces us to the social contract theory and adds her own additional insight. She asks us to recognize that we all have different abilities and ways in which we can be contributing members of society. Yet, cultivating this reality is challenging for us and requires some changes to what it means to contribute. Too, how, specifically, do we create a society where everyone is truly valued? What does it mean for our schools, our public spaces, our social safety nets, etc.? https://youtu.be/cbcGbflpFzI Construct a letter from Nussbaum to Coin in which Nussbaum seeks to provide guidance on the occasion that District 13 might succeed in its revolution and need to create a just society for all of Panem. In this case, you are role-playing by taking the perspective of Nussbaum which means you need to provide more details about how she expands our ideas of what is flourishing for all.