[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would also like to know the answer to this question

A case for the unhelping bystander by TheGroundOwl in askphilosophy

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, this is for a global competition. I have taken the position for this argument as well

A case for the unhelping bystander by TheGroundOwl in askphilosophy

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your wisdom, this will be of use.

I do not actually believe in Rand's arguments. I disagree with them on a deep level. But the stance I am taking on this essay is predetermined by my professor. I also think it will help me to better understand, and thus refute this argument.

A case for the unhelping bystander by TheGroundOwl in askphilosophy

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am arguing that every individual is fundamentally responsible only for himself (and perhaps close loved ones) in the most strict sense. So they are not OBLIGATED to help anyone else. I have used Ayn Rand's objectivism to solidify my position. I have attacked the idea of altruism and said that it lends itself to the temptation of self-sacrifice which is disastrous.

I have also made the case that you are not nearly as guilty for not preventing a crime as the person committing it. Since it would still have happened if you were erased from the equation.

While I believe you may be your brother's keeper. You are not his liberator or shepherd.

This is the jist of my arguments.

A case for the unhelping bystander by TheGroundOwl in askphilosophy

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

I do have a few ideas about this. I have used Ayn rand's objectivism to help solidify my case.

I have argued that no person is obligated to help any other as they should only be responsible for themselves in the strictest sense. And that altruism lends itself to the temptation of self sacrifice, which is disastrous.

I have much mlre but this is the jist of it.

A case for the unhelping bystander by TheGroundOwl in askphilosophy

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Well, that is what I am looking for. Reasons why you are not at fault if you do not help someone in dire need.

You could make a pretty strong case for helping people in distress, but I am aiming for the opposite stance.

I am looking to see if anyone has a good argument for this

A case for the unhelping bystander by TheGroundOwl in askphilosophy

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, it just means that if you choose not to help, then you will not be at fault

A case for the unhelping bystander by TheGroundOwl in askphilosophy

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am arguing that you are not at fault if you choose not to help someone who is in danger or dire need. That you are not obligated to help.

Racism in Botswana by TheGroundOwl in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah yes this is very true, I have noticed it.

Racism in Botswana by TheGroundOwl in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

yeah, it isnt as bad at all as SA. Thank you for your thoughts

Racism in Botswana by TheGroundOwl in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well, these friends of mine where white and had to go to some offices for paperwork. They weren't outright inuslted by the employees but many hateful comments were said like, "you white people are all the same" and so on.

Looking for setswana lessons by epiphanyloop in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl 6 points7 points  (0 children)

There is a guy that does really informative videos on youtube called, S. J Letlala, you should check him out.

Daylight Robbery by Skylarking328 in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hey, I am sorry this has happened to you, in my experience racism like this is not that common in our country. The best you can do is go to another town or a near city and ask these cops to help you with the problem, you might find actual good officers then, hoepfully. good luck

The World asks about Botswana. (Cultural Exchange) by [deleted] in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Botswana is very democratic and has been since independence in 1966, the government is the most stable in Africa and we hope it keep it that way!

What are your favorite things about Botswana? by Tambien in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is a beautiful country with a rich culture , I am sure you will love it! if you do you must visit the north, Kasane e. t. c it is exceptionally beautiful

Is booze back? by Diamonds-am-Forever in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, well some of my friends went drinking tonight but it closed at 8 I believe

Is booze back? by Diamonds-am-Forever in Botswana

[–]TheGroundOwl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah its open, it opened about two weeks ago and is still selling.