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By asking the question you’re assuming the point is the have a rational argument on consistent beliefs - but it isn’t. It’s to gaslight and misdirect for politi
by aplummer 6y ago
By asking the question you’re assuming the point is the have a rational argument on consistent beliefs - but it isn’t. It’s to gaslight and misdirect for political gain.
- unsui 6y agoThat is correct. Any rationalization is post-hoc, done in support of the pre-existing (and pre-determined) goal. As such, because it's entirely post-hoc, this leads to moving the goalposts, and any respective adjustments in rationalizations. The primary question one must ask, in these circumstances: Is my counterpart arguing in good faith? If the signs point to bad faith (e.g., telltale language, gaslighting or similar methods employed, etc), then rational argument is not their currency.