Re: MD No to absolutism

From: Platt Holden (pholden@sc.rr.com)
Date: Sun Jan 12 2003 - 13:08:32 GMT

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    Hi John W:
     
    > Self interest is a greater motivator, If it is seen that being good is the
    > best option then thats how the majority will go. I have no doubt that my
    > community would pin me to the wall if it would keep their own family safe.
    > Personal freedom will be the first thing to go in our brave new world.

    I agree that self-interest is a great motivator. It's the engine behind
    progress in the human condition. But I'm puzzled by your statement
    that ends with "keeping their own family safe." I would hope my
    community would "pin you to the wall" if you threatened me and my
    family. Your personal freedom doesn't mean that you are free to
    endanger someone in your community.

    Platt

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