John Rawls — "The basic liberties can be restricted only for the sake of liberty itself."

"The intuitive force of the difference principle is that it ensures that the least advantaged benefit from the achievements of the more advantaged."

"The principles of justice are to be chosen in a situation where no one is able to tailor principles to his own advantage."

"The concept of justice is distinct from that of fairness."

"The difference principle is not intended to maximize the welfare of the least advantaged, but to ensure that their prospects are as good as they can be."

"Justice as fairness provides a framework for public practical reasoning."