On 06/08/2007, at 6:49 AM, William T Goodall wrote: >> >> I bet the originators of the "Golden Rule" assumed that people all >> generally wanted to be treated _well_, so "as you wish" would be >> the equivalent of "as they wish". >> > > I think Charlie's point is that what constitutes being treated well > has a large subjective element.
Precisely. > > For example if I disagree with euthanasia and you agree with it > should I withhold euthanasia from you in the event of your agonising > terminal illness because I disagree with it and I'm treating you as I > would wish to be treated? Extreme case, but yes. Charlie. Or When People Ask You Not To Mention Macs In EVERY SINGLE Computer Discussion Maru <also a mac owner reminder> _______________________________________________ http://www.mccmedia.com/mailman/listinfo/brin-l
