This is a risk, but the risk cuts the other way too. From the Popper quote in the article: > for it may easily turn out that they are not prepared to meet us

This is a risk, but the risk cuts the other way too. From the Popper quote in the article: > for it may easily turn out that they are not prepared to meet us on the level of rational argument, but begin by denouncing all argument; they may forbid their followers to listen to rational argument, because it is deceptive, and teach them to answer arguments by the use of their fists or pistols. We should therefore claim, in the name of tolerance, the right not to tolerate the intolerant. Both things are true: - Intolerant zealots (religious or otherwise) can weaponize tolerance against itself. - Bigots can weaponize the paradox of tolerance for purely hateful aims. You must contend with both of these realities. There's no avoiding judgment and practical considerations.