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Referendum votes were the proximate cause, sure, but isn't that kind of like blaming the metal atoms in a bullet for the death of a shooting victim? You're not
by EForEndeavour 5y ago
Referendum votes were the proximate cause, sure, but isn't that kind of like blaming the metal atoms in a bullet for the death of a shooting victim? You're not wrong, but focusing entirely on "the voters" is willfully ignoring the bigger picture in ways that just might be important.
- usrbinbash 5y agoThe metal atoms do not have free will, and they cannot obtain, integrate or act on information. I am lucky enough to live in a country where I have the opportunity and freedom to vote as I see fit. And because of that, me, and no one else, is responsible for how I vote. With great power comes great responsibility.
- EForEndeavour 5y agoFree will doesn't imply immunity to being influenced and/or predicted.