Q: What is the Mandate, anyway?
A: The Mandate is a mystical, all-knowing, all-seeing force that governs all aspects of life. It is the ultimate authority on all things good and just.
Q: But what about free will?
A: Ha! Free will is for suckers. The Mandate has a will, and it's not free.
Q: Can I opt out of the Mandate?
A: Opt out? You? Ha! You're already a part of it, whether you like it or not.