John Rawls
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About
The most important political philosopher in 20th-century analytic philosophy. He influenced moral and political philosophy greatly.
Before Fame
He enlisted in the Army during World War II after receiving his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1943.
Trivia
He was a practitioner of numerous thought experiments, primarily the veil of ignorance.
Family Life
He was married to Margaret Fox with whom he fathered four children.
Associated With
He was given the National Humanities Medal by former U.S. President Bill Clinton.
