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Old 05-08-2003, 06:21 PM   #16 (permalink)
Lebell
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Re: Do the needs of the many outweigh those of the few?

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Originally posted by Cynthetiq

IMHO I find that it depends on each and every situation. There isn't a cut and dry method for determining which is more important the many or the one.
You answered the question the best yourself, Cynthetiq.

I can see a person sacrificing themselves for a group as easily as I can see a group sacrificing for an individual. It is all in the situation.

(And BTW, I can't believe Hal doesn't like any Star Trek movies!!?!!)
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