Here's another installment of rationality quotes. The usual rules apply:
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This is technically true for inclusive definitions of 'want' but highly misleading. There is a world of difference between "I want X but the opportunity cost (Y) is too great" and "I actively prefer !X". X and Y may be the prevention of parasitic worm infections and combating malaria. Precisely which limited resource is being allocated (time or money) changes little.
If "I don't have time" is to be replaced with an ex... (read more)