We take then our point of departure from the objective fact that human acts have consequences upon others, that some of these consequences are perceived, and that their perception leads to subsequent effort to control action so as to secure some consequences and avoid others.
Dewey points out that human actions have consequences that affect others, and recognizing these consequences is crucial for understanding social interactions.
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