Hi Tom,

Quote Originally Posted by Tom Odom View Post
It is therefore making no specific assumptions; rather your argument assumes that it is.
Actually, I agree with most of your points (general vs. specific, political, etc.). I do, however, think that it is making certain specific assumptions some of which are generally valid (i.e. the basic need for "security") and others which aren't (i.e. broad assumptions about democracy). We can certainly agree to disagree on their existence .

Cheers,

Marc