“Individual freedom should only be limited to prevent direct harm to others”
Agree
- Liberty is the foundation of dignity
- People know their own needs best
- Paternalism leads to tyranny
- Free societies are more prosperous
- Adults should face consequences of choices
Disagree
- Society has collective interests too
- Self-harm affects families and communities
- Some people need protection from themselves
- Public health requires some restrictions
- Freedom without responsibility becomes chaos
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