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I'd start by questioning why you think addicts should discontinue their habits? Why do you think you know what's good for someone more than they do? If an addic
by thegrimmest 5y ago
I'd start by questioning why you think addicts should discontinue their habits? Why do you think you know what's good for someone more than they do? If an addict says "I like my addiction, thank you very much", what gives you the right to intervene?
- bllguo 5y agothe 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 5y agoI don't think mitigating societal cost is source of the government's authority. It seems to be more about defending our inalienable rights.
- Apocryphon 5y agoCertainly societal costs can be a threat to our inalienable rights.