A Socialist theory of justice measures equity in health
care one way, and a Libertarian theory makes the measurements differently. The Socialist perspective leaves out
of consideration individual freedom, and hard work. The
libertarian vision leaves out of consideration influences
like genetics, and environmental factors. Socialist theory
maximizes access. Libertarian theory maximizes personal
responsibility. In the Libertarian theory state intervention
to concretize equal treatment is considered a violation of
personal property and justice. In the socialist view, ambition and hard work is discounted. Libertarianism tends
to undermine community and shared benefits. Socialism
tends to create inadequate wealth for decent health care.