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I think the relevant issue with using a phrase like "M$" is it trivializes your argument. It makes your argument look childish, regardless of the actual content
by consz 9y ago
I think the relevant issue with using a phrase like "M$" is it trivializes your argument. It makes your argument look childish, regardless of the actual content.
- gonvaled 9y agoIt's a good shortcut to properly summarize the previously stated arguments. Those who know what we are talking about, understand that. If they nevertheless attack it as childish, even knowing that what lies behind is a complex story of ideology wars, propelled by lies and disinformation, are simply being dishonest. Those who don't know what lies behind the symbolism, maybe care to inform themselves.
- consz 9y agoThen why phrase your argument in a way that discourages them from informing themselves (by encouraging them to perceive it as childish)? Unless your audience is explicitly to ignore those who don't already know and understand your argument.
- nimchimpsky 9y agoI really don't understand the amount of debate using M$ has caused. Its an off the cuff shorthand term. The defensiveness of some people here is incredible.