argument31 [AWB小组]第十二作业提纲

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31The following appeared in the editorial section of a newsmagazine.
"Some states are creating new laws that restrict the use of of handheld cell phones by drivers of automobiles. Such legislation, however, is sheer folly. Although some people with cell phones undoubtedly cause problems on the road, including serious accidents, the majority do not. Besides, problems are also caused by drivers who are distracted by any number of other activities, from listening to the radio to disciplining children. Since there is no need to pass legislation restricting these and other such activities, it follows that there is no need to restrict people's freedom to use a device that they find convenient—or helpful in emergencies."

○1 minority也不可忽视。如果这些城市中的人90%开车，其中又有90% cause problems on the road，他们中的minority也占总人口的很大比例。说不定这一小部分是就是serious accidents的肇事者。
○2有必要pass restriction.因为他们可能是造成事故的主要原因。 另外也没有必要限制用手机的自由。
○3没证据表明用手机是因为紧急情况。立法是否限制了除开车外的其他紧急情况下使用手机。