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Politics : Sharks in the Septic Tank -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: The Philosopher who wrote (37839)	11/20/2001 2:53:08 PM
From: Solon	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 82486

No, I suspect that a courageous person would be capable of more evil (were that her bent) than a frightened person. They would be less likely to have their intentions deterred by danger. A vicious person would likely be aided and abetted by any well springs of courage. But who really is to know? I know many people who are easily frightened (and vice versa), who nevertheless are responsible for doing a lot of good. Certainly, all of us are influenced by our feelings. But doesn't it seem that less sensitive people (often the stubborn and unafraid type) are likely to make vicious and unkind comments to others, and will not retract them? You may know such people in your own neighbourhood. I wonder if it is that very bravery which makes them controlling and spiteful. Who is to know? More likely, it is not causative. But one can see how a brave person could follow through on socially disapproved acts that would frighten the participation of a less courageous person...