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John Dewey: “Upon this theory, the law as “embodied reason” means a formulated generalization of means and procedures in behavior…”

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Upon this theory, the law as “embodied reason” means a formulated generalization of means and procedures in behavior which are adapted to secure what is wanted.
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John Dewey

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Dewey describes law as a rational framework designed to achieve desired outcomes.

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