BMA president criticises government for “grotesque” use of word fairness

What is fairness?

1 November 2010

Fairness is a paradox. Somehow this short, simple, logical, peaceful
word inevitably and ironically leads to endless, complex, vehement,
violent arguments. Why is fairness so elusive? Perhaps fairness is so
subjective and abstract that it invites selfishness and spite. Before we
seek fairness, we must first understand its elusive, paradoxical nature.

Competing interests: None declared

Hugh Mann, Physician

Eagle Rock, MO 65641 USA

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