Does identity matter? On the relevance of identity and interaction for capabilities

Teschl, Miriam; Derobert, Laurent

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“…In the light of this discussion of communitarianism, identity emerges as an object of choice in Sen's work, with choices to be made subject to the various constraints people face in the standard way economic theory sees them as made from a set of feasible options or commodity bundles (Sen 2006a: 5-6). The mere fact that there are constraints on choices, Sen suggests, does not undermine the fact that choices are made, or have to 1 Teschl and Derobert (2008) suggest that Sen's position is closer to Sandel's than Sen might think. On the relationship between Sen and some communitarians, see also Qizilbash (2009b).…”

Section: Identity As An Object Of Reasoned Choicementioning

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“…To elucidate these passages, it is helpful to explain relevant aspects of Sen's work on 'capability'. Earlier work has attempted to map Sen's views of identity onto his work on capability (see Davis 2006;Kirman and Teschl 2006;Teschl and Derobert 2008), and he himself has made the link (Sen 2009b: 244-7). Nonetheless, there are some difficulties of interpretation because the idea of 'capability' can be interpreted in different ways.…”

Section: Capability and Identitymentioning

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Identity, Reason and Choice

Qizilbash¹

2014

Economics and Philosophy

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In criticizing communitarian views of justice, Amartya Sen argues that identity is not merely a matter of discovery but an object of reasoned choice subject to constraints. Distinguishing three notions of identity – self-perception, perceived identity and social affiliation – I claim that the relevant constraints implied by this argument are minimal. Some of Sen's arguments about perceived identity and social context do not establish any further constraints. Sen also argues that a model of multiculturalism and some forms of education can restrict, or fail to promote, reasoned and informed identity choice. This argument is better understood in the light of Sen's work on capability and justice, notably his concern with ways in which underdogs can adapt and his emphasis on public reasoning. It highlights limitations on information and opportunities for reasoning. I suggest that these lead to genuine constraints on (reasoned and informed) identity choice. The paper focuses on Sen's work, though its claims are also relevant to George Akerlof and Rachel Kranton's analysis of identity.

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Section: Identity As An Object Of Reasoned Choicementioning

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Section: Capability and Identitymentioning

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Identity, Reason and Choice

Qizilbash¹

2014

Economics and Philosophy

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“…Similarly, Miriam Teschl and Laurent Derobert argue that a range of different accounts of social and personal identity are possible, and this may also impact on how we interpret a person forfeiting a capability that we would all deem valuable (Teschl and Derobert 2008). If we believe that our religious identities are a matter of rational deliberation and decisionmaking, then we will judge the choice to physically self-harm because of one's religion differently than if we have an account of identity where there is much less scope for choice and rational deliberation regarding our religious affiliation or other group memberships.…”

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2. Core Ideas and the Framework

Robeyns¹

2017

Wellbeing, Freedom and Social Justice: The Capability Approach Re-Examined

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“…One of the controversial matters involves the way in which the social and personal dimensions of identity are accounted for (Davis 2007(Davis , 2009(Davis , 2011Teschl and Derobert 2008). Akerlof and Kranton favor a social identity approach in which individuals are described by characteristics that result from their participation in, or identification with, specific groups: ''identity is bound to social categories'' (Akerlof and Kranton 2000: 720).…”

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“…In their framework, almost no consideration is given to personal identity or the idea of ''identity apart from others'' (Davis 2007: 351). However, personal identity goes beyond social identity in that it considers not only what individuals are-for instance, woman vs. man, economist vs. psychologist, Catholic vs. Muslim-but also who-what kind of person-they are and would like to be (Teschl and Derobert 2008).…”

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The Relational Dimension of Identity—Theoretical and Empirical Exploration

Lopes

Calapez

2011

Review of Social Economy

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Identity has been recently introduced as a ''legitimate'' subject matter in economics. Whereas the social nature of identity is consensually acknowledged, its relational and moral dimensions are overlooked. We begin by clarifying the role of interpersonal relations in identity formation. Following Honneth (1995) we argue that the development of a positive identity, defined as a person's relation-to-self, depends on the processes of mutual recognition in which a person takes part throughout her/his life. We then frame Honneth's recognition processes in terms of the access to relational and moral goods. An empirical study is presented that illustrates the association between relational and moral goods and ''relation-to-self.'' Based on European Social Survey (ESS) data, we show that high levels of relational goods (e.g. experiencing intense and positive social relations) and moral goods (e.g. perceiving to be treated with justice and respect) are associated with a positive relation-to-self.

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Does identity matter? On the relevance of identity and interaction for capabilities

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Identity, Reason and Choice

Identity, Reason and Choice

2. Core Ideas and the Framework

The Relational Dimension of Identity—Theoretical and Empirical Exploration

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