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Not a fan myself, but Van Gogh did move things in interesting directions. Regardless of the art itself, the influence on others isn't to be taken lightly.
I'm pretty sure the ''benevolent'' vs. ''free-will'' thing was addressed before. Sure he/she/it wants what's best for us and that means letting us make our own mistakes. Like the apt example of a parent, you can't coddle them forever.
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