This book investigates the moral foundations of wrongful discrimination by proposing a theory that centers on the concept of unfair subordination. Sophia Reibetanz Moreau, a professor of law and philosophy, utilizes a normative framework to argue that discrimination is wrongful when it denies individuals the deliberative freedom necessary to participate as equals in society. She examines how institutional structures and social practices create barriers to basic goods, thereby undermining the fundamental duty to treat others as equals.

Legal scholars and philosophers frequently cite this work as a significant contribution to the normative understanding of equality law. Experts highlight the text for its rigorous analytical density and its ability to bridge the gap between abstract moral philosophy and practical legal application.