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>People also have a responsibility to Society, they should not steal murder, or any number of other criminal actions.

How many are in prison for non-violent actions that harm none but themselves?




I like this point, but it doesn't really refute ManFromUranus' point. You're talking past him.

When we create this nebulous idea of a patriarchal "society" that should guide us in all things, it is easy to blame all of one's shortcomings on society.

"Hey, I didn't get into that college!" "Society has failed you, sorry."

"Hey, I didn't win that track meet!" "Sorry, society will do it's best to not let you down in the future."

I think that if you ever try to cash in on what society owes you, you will find yourself woefully disappointed.




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