Justin Snedegar

Justin Snedegar is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Program in Political Philosophy, Policy, and Law at the University of Virginia. His research examines practical rationality, moral decision-making, and normative aspects of social criticism. Authored 'Contrastive Reasons' (Oxford, 2017), arguing that reasons for action are fundamentally comparative.

Core research themes: 1) Contrastive theories of rational choice; 2) Ethics of interpersonal criticism; 3) Norm negotiation in social practices. Teaching includes foundational courses in political philosophy and ethics, notably 'Morality, Law, and the State'. Educational background: PhD (USC), BA in Mathematics/Philosophy (WVU).