![If we have free will, by definition we cannot be granted it. We can't be given it. My [-audio-recording-distorted-] paradox states that 'Of course we have free will, we have no choice.' To say that it's a gift is to negate the whole concept of free will on its face. So, if that isn't self-evident, I can't think of anything that would meet the definition of being self-evident.](/assets/img/quote-photos/if-we-have-free-will-by-definition-we-cannot-be-granted-it-we-cant-be-given-it.jpg)
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