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PHILOSOPHY COMMUNITY IN SHOCK AS MEMBER ASKS PROFOUND QUESTION
In a stunning turn of events, a user on this subreddit has asked a question that has left many philosophers and casual thinkers alike scratching their heads. The query, which has sparked a heated debate, reads:
"What is the purpose of existence, and do our actions have any significant impact on the grand scheme of things?"
The question, which has been met with a mixture of excitement and trepidation, has ignited a passionate discussion about the nature of existence and our place within it. Many have weighed in with their thoughts, ranging from the existentialist notion that our actions are meaningless to the optimism that every decision we make can shape the course of history.
Philosophy Experts Weigh In
Renowned philosophers, including experts in existentialism, determinism, and moral relativism, have been consulted to provide their insights on the matter. Dr. Emma Taylor, a leading scholar in the field of philosophy, had this to say:
"This question gets to the heart of human existence. On one hand, the sheer vastness of the universe and the infinitesimal nature of our individual existence could suggest that our actions are ultimately insignificant. However, on the other hand, the unique experiences and perspectives that each of us brings to the table can have a profound impact on those around us and, by extension, the world at large."
Community Responds
The response to this question has been overwhelming, with many users sharing their personal theories and philosophies on the matter. Some have cited the concept of "the butterfly effect," where small actions can have profound consequences, while others have argued that the human experience is inherently meaningless.
"I believe that our actions are like ripples on a pond," wrote user u/thinkaboutit. "Each of us is a droplet of water that can create a ripple effect that resonates throughout the universe. Whether it’s big or small, our actions have the potential to make a difference."
In contrast, user u/skepticalsam had this to say: "I think we’re just specks of dust in an infinite universe. Our actions are like the wind rustling through the grass – they might be noticed by a few, but ultimately, they’re insignificant in the grand scheme."
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Ok so I will just list this simply, for many people on here anti natalism is an extension of ant capitalism. Many believe that the rich want you to have children so they can exploit those children as workers in the future. This raises a few questions. so let's talk about the rich
When I say the Rich I mean the Rich as a class acting in their class interest. I don't mean a few Rich people acting on their personal beliefs. Also this is not about my own personal beliefs on abortion
So the left argues that the rich is terrified of falling global fertility and things like the antinatalist movement because that means they will have less "slaves" as these lefties put it and less consumers to buy their product.
This is one of those platitudes that sounds epic when you read it on reddit but makes no sense if you think about it for a few minutes. The rebuttals to this argument are as such
1: The Rich are overwhelmingly pro choice
https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/fact-sheet/public-opinion-on-abortion/
This poll says that college grad and "college grad+" support abortion more then people who didn't go to college. The average college grad makes way more then the average person who didn't go to college. College beyond a bachelor's even more so.
2: Look how many companies subsidize abortion for their employees
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/abortion-travel-companies-paying-benefits-amazon-starbucks-target/
Look at all these companies, it is basically every big company. Some even pay for the abortion straight up and have funding for birth control.
3: The rich don't need births to keep their labor force steady, they have immigration which once again the rich overwhelmingly support. Countries in Africa and the middle East will never stop having kids. I think in Afghanistan 95% of women support wife beating, not 95% of men or 95% of people 95% of women, you think those women will ever join the anti natalist movement ?
I admit I kept the point simple and sweeet and have more evidence I could share so I am curios what you think. I think what we see here is the result of the left's absolutist one struggle rhetoric. Even as a lefty this was always something I disliked about the left. This insistence that every single cause they advocate for is somehow connected and it always leads to incoherent rhetoric like this.
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You can’t sustain immigration indefinitely.
IMO you didn’t understand the foundation of antinatalism. You changed its meaning to more political idea.
This is not a movement where we try to change people’s ideas.
It’s our own belief. I chose to not have kids, because life always includes suffering. It’s a Russian roulette with new humans life. I will never know how lucky/unlucky my potential child will be.
Interesting points. For me, AN is more about deeper philosophical issues, rather than our transient political arrangements. I am European, so we don’t really have a strong antichoice or anti-birth control movement here. Has anyone studied the demographics of antichoice movement? Is it a working class phenomenon? The few christian fundies we have in my country seem to be mostly selfemployed or small business owners from smaller rural areas. No many professionals, but some.