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How is paternalism best defined?

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Anonymous

14y ago
Updated: 8/18/2019

Legal paternalism is when the laws protect you from harming yourself. Seatbelt laws are an example of legal paternalism. You don't hurt anyone else by not wearing one, just yourself. It is kind of like the government being your mom and dad.

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14y ago

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