Consequence Quote by Torbjorn Tannsjo
“We own ourselves. This is the core of a libertarian theory of rights. But on this theory, while we are at liberty to kill ourselves (regardless of the consequences of others), we are not allowed to kill others, not even if this means that there we be fewer murders in the future, totally speaking.”
About This Quote
The statement outlines libertarian rights: individuals may self‑harm but cannot harm others, even if it might reduce future crimes.
In simple terms: Self‑harm is allowed, harming others is not.
Key Takeaway
Respect others’ rights.
Themes
libertarianism
rights
ethics
Mood
analytical
philosophical
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- legal debates
- personal autonomy discussions
Key Concepts
philosophy
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- Is self‑harm truly a liberty?
- How to balance individual rights with collective safety?
A Different Perspective
May ignore societal impacts of self‑harm.
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