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No, in this context, the second person's argument wouldn't be considered a true whataboutism. Here's why:
It's more like an analogy with limitations. The second person is trying to show that the concept of consent isn't universally applicable within the ethical framework of veganism. However, the analogy isn't perfect because animals are sentient beings, unlike fossil fuels.
So, what could it be called?
There isn't a single term that perfectly captures the second person's argument. It's a combination of:
By acknowledging these points, the first person can still argue that consent, or the lack thereof, is a powerful motivator for them personally within the broader ethical framework of veganism.
What is this technology?
i don't recall whether i used bard or copilot for this, but i am thinking i used copilot