> My favorite might be "I would argue", followed by... the author making an argument [..] I suppose there's an idea these days that being detached and emotionl

> My favorite might be "I would argue", followed by... the author making an argument [..] I suppose there's an idea these days that being detached and emotionless confers objectivity and wisdom I would argue Orwell would definitely get downvoted all the time on HN for saying clearly his opinion and not masquerading it in an etiquette of apparent self-doubt. ;) I really like his essay on politics and language, thanks for the reminder.