Recognition-based conflict theory extends rather than replaces distributional models

Evidence

Likewise, Honneth also notes a relation between material equity and justice as recognition. Honneth recognizes the more utilitarian struggle over the equitable distribution of goods, including cultural goods, as a motivator for collective action. This is contrasted with a model of social conflict that has the denial of social or legal recognition at its core. But Honneth does not want to replace the theoretical model for the former with one for the latter: ‘It is important to stress … that this second model of conflict, based on a theory of recognition, should not try to replace the first, utilitarian model but only extend it’ (1995: 165). Like Fraser, Honneth argues that social movements encompass both notions of justice. — David Schlosberg, Defining Environmental Justice, 105

Categorization

• DEFINE: Captures the Honneth position: recognition theory is an extension of, not a substitute for, utilitarian distributional conflict theory.
• XREF: Tool for the polyad — distributive and recognition justice are complementary frames for the same movement, useful for analyzing EJ litigation that mixes both claims. — connects to: Recognition theory supplements rather than replaces distributional justice — David Schlosberg, Defining Environmental Justice:…, 100; Distributive-only justice theory fails to address recognition and capability concerns — David Schlosberg, Defining Environmental Justice:…, 415; Recognition without redistributive power fails to secure freedom for marginalized groups — Peter Morey, Islamophobia and the Novel, 163 (+1 more)

Broader Connections

• Distributive-only justice theory fails to address recognition and capability concerns #corroborates (0.78) — David Schlosberg, Defining Environmental Justice, 415
• Recognition without redistributive power fails to secure freedom for marginalized groups #qualifies (0.75) — Peter Morey, Islamophobia and the Novel, 163