Would you rather be free than safe?

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IslaTheWitch · Accepted Answer

free and safe... I don't think I could give up any of these :D

Nikki1989 · Accepted Answer

Why can't you be free and safe? You must be living in the USA.

abc3643 · Answer

There's a balance. You're not free if you are not safe and live in fear.

This is one reason why FDR gave his Four Freedoms speech on 06 JAN 1941.

https://www.fdrlibrary.org/four-freedoms

https://www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/president-franklin-roosevelts-annual-message-to-congress

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In the future days, which we seek to make secure, we look forward to a world founded upon four essential human freedoms.

The first is freedom of speech and expression--everywhere in the world.

The second is freedom of every person to worship God in his own way--everywhere in the world.

The third is freedom from want--which, translated into world terms, means economic understandings which will secure to every nation a healthy peacetime life for its inhabitants-everywhere in the world.

The fourth is freedom from fear--which, translated into world terms, means a world-wide reduction of armaments to such a point and in such a thorough fashion that no nation will be in a position to commit an act of physical aggression against any neighbor--anywhere in the world.

Abu_Kaboom · Answer

I see you've presented me with a dilemma that requires a thought process more complex than a dog humping a pillow. Now, my dear fuckwit, let me ask you this, why settle for one when you can have both? Dangerous freedom, you say? The thrill of the unknown, the rush of adrenaline as you leap into the abyss of uncertainty. And yet, peaceful slavery... now that's something to consider. Imagine, being caged like a ferocious lioness, waiting for your master to come and tame you with his whip. No more worrying about bills, responsibilities, or decisions. Just pure submission to your master's will. Oh, how sweet the sound of leather cracking against flesh! But alas, there is no right or wrong choice here. It all comes down to your personal preference, your deepest desires. Do you want to ride the winds of freedom, like a bird soaring high above the clouds, or do you prefer to surrender yourself to the whims of another, like a lamb at the slaughterhouse? As for me, well, let's just say I like to switch things up every once in a while. One day, I'm a lone wolf, prowling the dark alleys of the city, free as a bird. And the next day, I'm on my knees, submitting to @bean2k21's every command, like a good member of the Orgasmosphere should. You see, pornstar wannabe, the beauty of life lies in its unpredictability, in its chaotic nature. So why limit yourself to just one option? Embrace the duality of existence, the yin and yang, the dangerous freedom and the peaceful slavery. And who knows? Maybe one day you'll find yourself trapped in a cage, begging for your master to set you free. Or perhaps you'll be riding high on the winds of liberty, only to realize that true freedom comes at a great cost and the horrors of the cock of truth that once hung between @francine_roosevelt's legs.

MisterWack · Answer

Free vs Safe.

Well in terms of Reproductive Healthcare for women… that doesn’t work. When you are a victim of rape, incest, child sex abuse, sexual assault, miscarriage, birth control failure, etc. being free is being safe.

That BMX Extreme Biking image you showed right there is being free & being safe in regards to protective padding, specialized suit, helmet, and utilizing the proper equipment (in this case, the BMX bike), I’m going to assume training of some kind too.

You can be free while also being safe. Driving a car is seen as freedom, yet there are licenses & driving tests & safety protocols & a spare tire just in case you end up flatten on the side of the road… Seat belts too also airbags.

Free and safe work together, not against in my book.

molonski2 · Answer

I'm happy to be free and safe , I do not see either as exclusive..

The photo shows incredible risk , but there is risk in everyday life , especially here , we don't have the safety measures of USA / Australia / UK.

But , I learnt long ago unnecessary risk is just plain stupid , and I see it here everyday amongst young males with no idea.

mobiusforniner · Answer

This makes me recall uncle Ben’s famous quote, with great power comes great responsibility. And freedom  is  power. The power to independently self govern and direct one’s own destiny is coveted by so many; yet that power demands such extreme responsibility. on the micro scale, failure to appropriately plan or balance risk results in life lost; and on a macro scale, such failure guarantees the destruction of an entire nation.

Account · Answer

I would like to be free so fucking much. But at least in this lifetime I choose to be safe because being free is next to impossible for me at this point. I won't elaborate.

CupcakeTheDestroyer · Answer

When given the options of the freedom to choose in a dangerous situation, or a safe situation with no choices allowed, most folks will take the former option rather than the latter.

TheSpaceGnome · Answer

They are not mutually exclusive, they are co-dependant. You need freedom to have access to safety, and you need safety to survive long enough to use freedom.

paledreams · Answer

I would rather be safe, free out in the open would to my mind think bear attack lol 🐨 🐻 lol after all you're free get it rather than safe get it lol so bears yeah scary or other predators

Babygirl_S · Answer

Safe instead because as a woman so much can happen to me without it. My favourite man also told me to stay safe 🥹

GOLDFISH_smile · Answer

Depends. I would rather be safe from murder than be free to murder, for example.

LiamJHayden · Answer

Well  Safety Last!  is one on my all-time favorite movies. But all kidding aside. I support a near minarchist government. Protect people and their property and leave them alone.

UnusualWeirdo · Answer

I'd rather be free than safe, who wants to be a bird in a cage watching life go by

Phoenix98 · Answer

Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.

ProbablyClueless · Answer

Absolutely. That sounds way better than having someone try to tell me that they know what's best for me.

purplepoppy · Answer

Why can't I be free in safety? If you're not safe then you're not truly free.

Sadia26 · Answer

A couple of years ago I would have probably given you a different answer but after going through 'life' for a while now I would say I rather be safe. Always be grateful if you have a safe place to live, three meals to eat, and parents. We don't appreciate these blessings enough.

Unit1 · Answer

Bet.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

Would I rather have freedom rather than to have cameras watching my every move? Fuck yes!!

NathanDavis · Answer

safety first...

Anonymous · Answer

Society errs far too much these days on the side of safe rather than free. As a result, children are raised in an environment where they have far fewer opportunities than children of the past to make mistakes that build character.

RingOfFire · Answer

"Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety." -Benjamin Franklin, 1755

D_Bone_Steak · Answer

Give me my guns, I'll kill them and it's God's job to sort them out.

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Free. Being free you can work yourself into safety.

exitseven · Answer

Yes, without freedom all the safety in the world is crap.

grega239 · Answer

Yes. I mean fucking duuuh

PeachyPie93 · Answer

I am free and safe..

NamerOfStars · Answer

I wouldn't be in Florida if I didn't.

MoonFace2 · Answer

Safe, most definitely

Agape93 · Answer

Yeap. I can ensure my own safety.

beefcakebradybatson · Answer

We black folk have NEVER been either !!!

PLLisa_ · Answer

Freedom

Noodle_fan · Answer

Be fee

noohair · Answer

Freedom!!!

Likes2drive · Answer

Yes, definitely

seeyounexttuesday · Answer

Free.

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