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This is semantics. Deciding not to do something is a decision one takes. It is not like there is no choice.


Yes, and semantics are important. By your definition I make the decision every day not to end the lives of my children, who could for any number if reasons grow up to be a burden on the state.

Calling inaction deciding to do something is just a way to frame things to try and make action the default.




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