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I'm actually really glad no one used the words "duty" or "responsibility" in their introductory statements. I don't believe in the concept of altruism. No one does anything from which they don't benefit and I'm glad that no one decided to declare him or herself a martyr for society. If being self-sacrificing makes you feel good, then you are benefiting from your "altruistic" act. One should commit his or her life to something they love, something that brings joy. Doing something out of guilt (which is how I see "duty") will not bring you joy or self-satisfaction in life and ultimately, you can't be truly committed or good at something you do with a groan. -- KateVershov - 24 Jan 2008
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 Kate -- I believe in altruism because I see people doing things that help other people.
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>		Don't think I'm talking like a functionalist because it was in last week's assigned reading. I have believed this stuff since my junior year of college, when it was in the assigned reading.
 -- AndrewGradman - 24 Jan 2008
 
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