Excuse me from jury duty?

People can be excused from jury duty if they have a situation or condition that makes it difficult for them to serve. Lying to be excused is illegal, and ignoring a summons is usually illegal. Exemptions may depend on jurisdiction and can include illness, childcare, financial hardship, and student status. Legitimate engagements can result in […]

What’s a lazy excuse?

“Lazy reason” is a criticism of determinism, the idea that future events are predetermined and human actions are meaningless. This worldview can lead to inaction and a lack of personal responsibility. The argument is that people should be active and think critically about future events, even if they are somewhat predetermined. “Lazy reason” is a […]

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