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by blue_devil 2446 days ago
>>Systems need to account for irresponsibility, especially those like the transportation system. The thought process of the distracted driver is not that the penalty can be disregarded. People develop a false sense of confidence in that an accident hasn't happened to them, so they can drive faster or look at their phone.

Brilliant synopsis of the argument discussed here, so many commenters seem to be talking _past_ this point.