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No, that’s a false dichotomy, there are other choices. Such as “help disadvantaged people regardless of their genetics.” I reject the “but it’s too hard” argument. If racial discrimination or gender discrimination or discrimination based on orientation is wrong, then it’s wrong. Don’t put an asterisk on it with a list of types that it’s okay for.
Ok then, how about instead of complaining about the best solution we’ve thought of so far, you tell us what your brilliant solution to racism is? I’ll wait.
“Because it’s easier” is not a good excuse for discrimination, IMO.
The choice is “help people from systematically disadvantaged groups” or “don’t.” I’d argue that the “don’t” would be the easier choice.
No, that’s a false dichotomy, there are other choices. Such as “help disadvantaged people regardless of their genetics.” I reject the “but it’s too hard” argument. If racial discrimination or gender discrimination or discrimination based on orientation is wrong, then it’s wrong. Don’t put an asterisk on it with a list of types that it’s okay for.
Ok then, how about instead of complaining about the best solution we’ve thought of so far, you tell us what your brilliant solution to racism is? I’ll wait.
I already did that in the comment you’re responding to:
Or two comments previous to this one:
How often do you need it repeated?