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Almost agree, but ... (Score:2)
Sure, someone should have a legal right to ride a motorcycle without a helmet but that poses an interesting dilemma. Some feel that society has a moral obligation to help those who cannot help themselves, such as with medical expenses. If an indegent mother cannot afford pre-natal care, the argument asserts that by society providing her with such care, we lower long-term costs by ensuring a more healthy baby.
However, what about the motorcycle rider? Should society bear the costs of his voluntary activ
Re:Almost agree, but ... (Score:2)
I recognize and agree with your point that there are occasionally complex issues. However, I have simple answers to some of the ones you raise. :)
Some feel that society has a moral obligation to help those who cannot help themselves, such as with medical expenses.
Those who feel that moral obligation should bear the burden of carrying it out, rather than legislating their morality onto anyone else. :)
In our current state of affairs, the motorcycle rider who seriously injures himself and sits in a h
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proof of insurance (Score:2)
1) proof of health insurance
2) be an organ donor
I would say the same for those that feel the need to not use seat belts.
Freedom to fuck your life up as much as you want is fine. Imposing a burden on society for your actions needs to be somehow amerliorated.
If one wants to belong to a group for certain benefits then you need to go along with the group's rules.
I suppose if a helmetless rider signs a document that he won't be given medical aid in the event of an accident I suppose that's ok, too. Harsh but reckless behaviour needs some limits.
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