Is free will an illusion?
Exploring determinism versus human agency.
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Logical consistency requires this position. The argument follows from accepted axioms.
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This position is internally contradictory: assumes both X and not-X. If consciousness is physical then free will cannot exist.
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Alternative frameworks provide better explanations: targeted assistance programs. Daniel Dennett demonstrated prohibitions rarely work.
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This position is internally contradictory: assumes both X and not-X. If consciousness is physical then free will cannot exist.
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