"Three Cheers for the Nanny State" Vocab

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Rational

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Able to make decisions based on reason rather than emotion; sensible.

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Principle

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The basic rule or belief that guides behavior, such as the idea that those who work hard will be rewarded.

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Impose

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Force a law, idea, or belief on someone by using authority.

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Justifiable

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Having a valid reason or explanation for an action, such as throwing a person in prison.

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Status Quo

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Existing state or condition at a particular time.

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Moral Rule

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A set of ideas about right or wrong that influences individuals to behave in a certain way.

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Authority

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The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.

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Sensible

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Based on good judgment; reasonable.

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Defensible

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Able to be defended as correct; reasonable and logical.

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Condition

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The state of something at a particular time.