I think that I got it. The def mismatch wasn’t on the word “rational”, but rather on “to expect”. Based on your example you’re using it for “to anticipate, to predict”; I was reading it as “to hope, to demand”.
Now I agree with your point - yes, it’s irrational to predict/anticipate that humans will act rationally. [Sorry for the confusion]
I think that I got it. The def mismatch wasn’t on the word “rational”, but rather on “to expect”. Based on your example you’re using it for “to anticipate, to predict”; I was reading it as “to hope, to demand”.
Now I agree with your point - yes, it’s irrational to predict/anticipate that humans will act rationally. [Sorry for the confusion]
No worries! Thanks for the discussion and offering your insights. I’m impressed by your clarity and discernment.