I didn't downvote you, but I imagine I know why others did. You seem not to understand the concept of Devil's Advocate, while the person you responded to clear

I didn't downvote you, but I imagine I know why others did. You seem not to understand the concept of Devil's Advocate, while the person you responded to clearly does. It's only the argument that counts. A person is thereby shielded from association with the argument and does not need to show their real intent.