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Unfortunately, given the stigma of addiction, it is frequently used as a smear tactic. Climate activists say we’re addicted to fossil fuels, urban planners say we’re addicted to cars, and health counselors say we’re addicted to fast food. Exaggeration is fine, except when it is used to justify limiting others’ freedom because they supposedly can’t help themselves.
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Aaron Stupple (The Sovereign Child: How a Forgotten Philosophy Can Liberate Kids and Their Parents)