What is paternalism, as Dworkin understands it? What are the two sorts of reasons for opposing paternalistic interventions that Dworkin distinguishes and identifies in Mill’s political philosophy? Which is closer to Dworkin’s own view about why paternalistic interventions should be limited, if not prohibited? Explain why Dworkin thinks there are three cases in which the good reasons that there are for limiting paternalism would permit exceptions, and explain whether Goldman’s reasons for opposing paternalism in the medical profession, if correct, would pose a challenge for Dworkin’s acceptance of paternalistic interventions in these cases.
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