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Old 06-25-2002, 05:12 PM   #21
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Why believe the argument presupposes reductionism?
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Because the argument appears to do just that as it reduces consciousness itself to the laws of nature. At least thats what it said to me when I read it.

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Are you saying that causal necessitation with regard to our choices is nonsensical?
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What is "causal necessitation"?

Does a will exist or doesn't it?

If it does, does it not by definition define something that can choose between alternative courses of action? If so, then what is the difference between "free will" and "will"? Seems like redundant terminology to me.

If it doesn't, then I guess I don't know what "will" means, or what "unfree will" would mean for that matter.
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