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It is clear that the subject of Girard claims is a person who is assimilated into society and observes other people (true of most people).

For example, I doubt that he would make the claim that a recluse who was born isolated and never got in contact with humanity is somehow still influenced by the desire of others.

I don't think it is necessary to throw out the entirety of Girard's theories just because they're not all encompassing.