From my perspective opting out means no change. And no change means structures stay the same. Therefore, they persist and are maintained with your (weak) approval.
This is different from not taking a side on a subject. You can be open to and encouraging healthy debate. I recommend most rational folks to elevate the conversation and not hold strong affiliations for most topics! But removing yourself entirely to me seems to be an act that allows the status quo to persist.
From my perspective opting out means no change. And no change means structures stay the same. Therefore, they persist and are maintained with your (weak) approval.
This is different from not taking a side on a subject. You can be open to and encouraging healthy debate. I recommend most rational folks to elevate the conversation and not hold strong affiliations for most topics! But removing yourself entirely to me seems to be an act that allows the status quo to persist.