Arguing that although it is not the role of a liberal state to shape its citizens' beliefs, this work suggests that a moral code for the prevention of discrimination is needed. The text responds to objections to discrimination law from liberal theory, and outlines the moral principles it posits.

This prize-winning book addresses the controversy over attempts to reshape society in the name of antidiscrimination. Andrew Koppelman discusses how to reconcile Americans' commitment to eliminating discrimination with their commitment to such values as individual liberty, merit-based access to education and employment and communal solidarity.