On 19/10/2019 11:33, Max Demian wrote:
Since 'fitness' is defined as the ability to survive, "survival of the
fittest" is a tautology.
No. Fitness is not defined as the ability to survive. It is a word which
means apt, or suitable.

For what purpose is not stated.


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Of what good are dead warriors? €¦ Warriors are those who desire battle
more than peace. Those who seek battle despite peace. Those who thump
their spears on the ground and talk of honor. Those who leap high the
battle dance and dream of glory €¦ The good of dead warriors, Mother, is
that they are dead.
Sheri S Tepper: The Awakeners.