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Originally Posted by DwnWthVwls
Yes, I do actually. It's my body and they don't have the right to tell me what I can do with it, regardless if my actions are harmful to myself.. I question their motives.
If they are so concerned why is smoking legal? They pick and choose, maybe if they showed some consistency I'd be more open to it.
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As to smoking, what Frowny said.
The point you're missing is that it's not all about you. It's about everyone. Seat belts are required because they can save lives or at least reduce personal injuries. That cuts down on the cost of health insurance and/or reduces the amount of pain and suffering that others can go through.
Kids can't drink before they are 21 because it's been decided that they are not responsible enough yet - and could harm themselves or others. Again, there are costs associated that would affect everyone.
And you know why vaccines are mandated.
So the motive is to protect you, protect others, and keep the associated health care and insurance costs down which aids everyone.
You shouldn't read slippery slope conspiracy theories into it. Remember the government has been mandated things to individuals since it was formed back in 1789.