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    A state that is neutral between self-damaging and self-re... — Carmelics
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    Challenges→The state should recognize civil liberties and resist paternalism and moralism

    A state that is neutral between self-damaging and self-realizing choices under conditions of structural inequality effectively endorses the former.

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    • 1.Structural inequality creates asymmetric information and constrained choice sets, making 'neutral' rules predictably favor already-advantaged groups.
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    • 2.Inaction in the face of systemic harm that benefits some over others constitutes a choice with moral weight, not a stance of non-involvement.
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    • 3.History shows that formally neutral policies (literacy tests, 'colorblind' law) functionally perpetuated harm when applied across unequal conditions.
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    • 1.Defining neutrality as 'endorsement' conflates passive allowance with active promotion—logically stretching 'endorsement' beyond meaningful use.
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    • 2.Determining which choices are 'self-damaging' requires paternalistic judgment; neutral states properly defer such assessments to individuals themselves.
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    • 3.Mandating non-neutral state intervention to prevent 'self-damage' risks empowering authorities to override choices they deem harmful, regardless of intent.
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