The Value of Tautology

From: david_musick@juno.com
Date: Tue May 18 1999 - 02:50:51 MDT


mark@unicorn.com wrote:

"That statement is so totally tautological that it's worthless; by
definition, people desire their desires."

A tautology is essentially a way of pointing out the obvious. I don't
see why this is "worthless". What is obvious to some is not obvious to
others. In fact, I am constantly amazed at people's general lack of
awareness of obvious facts. I have also noticed that people often
respond in anger when the obvious is pointed out to them. I wonder if
this response explains the general lack of awareness of the obvious.

David_Musick@juno.com

My existence is obvious

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