The people in the original position of choosing behind a "veil of ignorance" do not know any biasing things about themselves but do know that they would want what any person would want.

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In John Rawls' theory, the "veil of ignorance" is a thought experiment where individuals in the original position do not know personal details about themselves (such as race, gender, intelligence, or wealth) but understand basic human needs and desires, ensuring fairness in the principles they would choose for society.

The People in the Original Position of Choosing Behind a "Veil