Justice: What’s the Right Thing to Do? A Michael Sandel Discussion.

We revisit Michal Sandel and his “Justice: What's the Right Thing to Do?” which is a great introduction to moral and political philosophy through the use of real-world dilemmas. Drawing on debates between utilitarianism, libertarianism, and theories of justice, he invites readers and viewers to reason about fairness, rights, and the common good, modeling philosophy as a shared civic practice rather than an abstract academic exercise.

Michael Sandel is an American political philosopher and long-time Harvard professor best known for bringing moral and political philosophy to broad public audiences. A leading critic of unfettered market reasoning and meritocratic hubris, his work examines how moral values should shape public life. Sandel is also known for the books “What Money Can't Buy” and “The Tyranny of Merit,” which challenge the moral limits of markets and question the social consequences of merit-based ideals.

Join us for this discussion about Justice in the modern world. All are welcome and no reading is required!

Optional: Listen to the Justice Series here.