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		bllguo on Jan 2, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: We need to reclaim our attention the societal cost is why intervention is justified. you know, the basis of all laws? we don't live in an anarchy. unless you live completely sustainably with no dependence or impact on others' resources, society has a right to intervene.

thegrimmest on Jan 2, 2022 [–]

I don't think mitigating societal cost is source of the government's authority. It seems to be more about defending our inalienable rights.

Apocryphon on Jan 3, 2022 | [–]

Certainly societal costs can be a threat to our inalienable rights.

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