Pursuit of Justice
Dan Klein and Russ Roberts discuss Adam Smith's emphasis on justice and the challenges of pursuing prudence and self-interest without succumbing to a sense of importance and ambition. They explore the tension between seeking meaning and the potential pitfalls of becoming intoxicated with ideas of system and faction. Smith's lack of a clear resolution to this dilemma is highlighted, leaving listeners intrigued by the complexities of pursuing justice in society.In this clip
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Dan Klein on The Theory of Moral Sentiments, Episode 6--A Discussion of Parts VI and VII, and Summary
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