RE: Determinism

From: Vincent Campbell (v.p.campbell@stir.ac.uk)
Date: Wed Apr 04 2001 - 16:33:34 BST

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    From: Vincent Campbell <v.p.campbell@stir.ac.uk>
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    That might negate my freedom, but surely it enhances yours?

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    > From: Robin Faichney
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    > Sent: Wednesday, April 4, 2001 3:21 pm
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    > On Wed, Apr 04, 2001 at 12:45:39PM +0100, Vincent Campbell wrote:
    > > Why does perfect knowledge negate freedom?
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    > Because if I know you perfectly I can predict what you will do.
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