Why is stalemate a draw?

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After I'm stalemated it often says "draw". So stalemate is draw? Why?

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Oh
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So if we have nothing but a king left should we attempt to be stalmated?
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yes because you cannot win anymore

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Stalemates are beautiful, as are all draws in chess. Wink