[headsonpikes]

Uh, this isn't a school project, not a hypothetical 'virtual world' simulation.

In fact, laws are built the old-fashioned way, on a foundation of 'interest'.

That's why it's important to keep politicians and lawyers on a short leash; they'll ALWAYS run with whatever power EXISTS.

No idealists they. ;^)

[Pistias]

In fact, laws are built the old-fashioned way, on a foundation of 'interest'.

What if it's in my interest and within my capacity to break laws without punishment? Why would I abide by them unless keeping my word or the act of the lawbreaking was in some way wrong?