This journal explores contemporary issues in moral philosophy and political theory. It examines concepts of political legitimacy, global justice, and the ethics of public discourse, including public shaming and the impact of social media. The journal also addresses theories of rights, distributive justice, and the philosophical underpinnings of democratic governance, with a focus on concepts like the general will and relational equality.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
History and Philosophy of ScienceQ1
PhilosophyQ1
Sociology and Political ScienceQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
EthicsPhilosophyPolitical Science
Scopus Categories
PhilosophySociology and Political ScienceHistory and Philosophy of Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Political Philosophy and EthicsPhilosophical Ethics and TheoryFree Will and AgencyWar, Ethics, and JustificationMigration, Refugees, and IntegrationGlobal Peace and Security DynamicsEthics and Social Impacts of AIPsychology of Moral and Emotional JudgmentFeminist Epistemology and Gender StudiesClimate Change and Geoengineering