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by duxup 1148 days ago
>Why do you need to make it illegal for everyone else?

Because 16 and 17 year olds aren't adults and in a position to make that call? Just because a parent might be ok with them operating a saw / take the risks doesn't mean the child should take that risk.

Child labor historically speaking involved parents sending their kids to work.