> This kind of conscience is not debated—it is lived. It does not appeal to reason or judgment. It stands, silently and unmistakably, like a commandment carved into stone. Furthermore, it does not argue. It simply is.

I hate thought-terminating cliches. "Don't argue about righteousness, just accept the definition from your nearest leader"

Just an awful essay. One can hardly imagine the volume of political turmoil that would necessitate such an argument.