Which statement fits the Liberal Democratic Theory of John Rawls?
A) One should reject any idea that societies, states, or collectives of any form can be the bearers of rights or can owe duties.
B) Inequalities result from birth, natural endowment, and historic circumstances.
C) Everyone has a right to private property.
D) Government should be limited.

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Rawls acknowledges that inequities are inevitable in society,but he tries to justify them by establishing a system in which everyone benefits,especially the least advantaged.This is an attempt to address the inequalities that result from birth,natural endowments,and historic circumstances.The other choices relate to libertarianism.

Which Statement Fits the Liberal Democratic Theory of John Rawls