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More people should know about the "Paradox of tolerance" (en.wikipedia.org)

submitted 1 month ago by FiftyFiftyOne to c/Mirror

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This one paradox is relevant to sooooo many discussions I see happening recently. Thought I'd just throw it out there in case anyone else finds it handy. Keep well.

Originally Posted By u/JayWelsh At 2025-09-30 04:42:52 PM | Source

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[–] _druid@sh.itjust.works 4 points 1 month ago

Like back in the the old days, outlaws were people who failed to live lawfully. They proved they were unwilling to adhere to laws, and therefore were no longer protected by laws.

Same thing here, but with tolerance. People are unwilling to be tolerant of others, and are no longer under the tolerance umbrella.

You can't keep your pretty cake, and eat it as well. You can't be intolerant and expect to be tolerated.