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This is called sophistry, and it had already been debunked by Socrates 2500 years ago. He made a lot of eloquent ennemies in the process, which probably didn't
by pygy_ 16y ago
This is called sophistry, and it had already been debunked by Socrates 2500 years ago.
He made a lot of eloquent ennemies in the process, which probably didn't help during the trial that sealed his fate.
- mcantor 16y agoIt was my understanding that the derogatory use of "sophistry" implies an intent to deceive, which is not professed by the author of the article.
- lukeschlather 16y agoHe's not just advocating deception, he's advocating that if you deceive anyone, be sure to first deceive yourself.