This article examines the Fraser-Honnenth controversy (2003) in relation to the distribution-recognitions binominal and the theoretic status of the concept of recognition, with the aim to discuss the applicability of their proposals to cases as the Brazilian one. Do those theories have normative value to the country? The article has two parts: the first one analyzes the controversy in itself; the second part discusses the theses as far as the contemporary Brazilian scenario is concerned.
Nancy Fraser and Axel Honneth; Distribution; Recognition; Brazil