So you think emphasizing rhetorical persuasion over reasoned persuasion is detrimental to productive conversation. But then proceed to make an entire post abou

So you think emphasizing rhetorical persuasion over reasoned persuasion is detrimental to productive conversation. But then proceed to make an entire post about rhetorical content even though you completely agree with the post's logical conclusions. And then use that critique of language -- not logic -- as a springboard for a counter-argument that isn't even responsive to the author's original claim (which you say you agree with anyways). That position is untenable. Be consistent, especially if you're advancing an argument in favor of logic! > Interpret it how you like. I was critiquing... No, you missed my point. The tone of your writing comes off as condescending, regardless of your intent. It is the sort of thing a parent says to a child, or a judge to an unruly defendant. I literally cannot think of a way to read "watch you tone" in a way that is not condescending. It is reasonable to tell someone to please phrase something in a more polite manner. It is completely unreasonable to do so in a condescending tone, and many people will down-vote you for doing so. IMO there is nothing wrong with blunt language on an internet forum. You apparently disagree, except when it comes to your own speech. Again, be consistent. > but the tone of your post Not my post.