Abstract
The aim of this article is to contribute to the formulation of a non-excluding concept of solidarity which is of relevance to contemporary society. The assumption is that in the present individualized and culturally diverse society there is an urgent need for a new form of solidarity to create social cohesion. The central theme is that contemporary solidarity is about recognition and a fair distribution of chances for recognition. This ideal may function as a normative standard for critical research and as a guideline for people in their moral struggles. What ultimately needs to be done is not a purely theoretical question but something which must be settled by a judgement that constitutes a battlefield where conflicting values and perceptions of reality confront each other.
Original language | English |
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Journal | European Journal of Social Theory |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 2 |
Pages (from-to) | 253-269 |
Number of pages | 18 |
ISSN | 1368-4310 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |
Externally published | Yes |