Full Idea
The status quo is part of what exists, and thus it is a proper topic of concern for the metaphysician, and so it warrants explanation.
Gist of Idea
The status quo is part of what exists, and so needs metaphysical explanation
Source
Neil E. Williams (The Powers Metaphysics [2019], 07.2)
Book Reference
Williams,Neil E.: 'The Powers Metaphysics' [OUP 2019], p.156
A Reaction
His point is that ontology as a mere inventory of things gives no account of why they remain unchanged, as well as their processes and connections.
Related Idea
Idea 23785 Causation needs to explain stasis, as well as change [Williams,NE]