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The chapter aims to reframe state politics through ethical principles to address poverty and inequality.

May 24, 2026Open Access

An ethico-political approach to poverty and inequality: embodying care and corporeal citizenship

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The chapter aims to reframe state politics through ethical principles to address poverty and inequality.
The chapter discusses theoretical frameworks for governance.
It examines the role of ethical principles in managing public resources.
It explores the concept of corporeal citizenship in relation to poverty.
Proposes a rethinking of state roles in South Africa.
Highlights the importance of care in governance practices.
Suggests ethical foundations for political action against inequality.

Abstract

In this chapter the authors argue for a normative rethinking of the state. Their argument is motivated by the need for a politics - in South African governance and management of public goods, resources and affordance - which is underpinned by ethical principles.

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Human Sciences Research Council (Fri,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a12969048a0ea16656736d0 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.14749/32377533