It is rather that the public itself, being unable to forecast and estimate all consequences, establishes certain dikes and channels so that actions are confined within prescribed limits, and insofar have moderately predictable consequences.
Dewey explains how the public establishes boundaries to manage unpredictable consequences of actions.
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