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I don't know deBoer from Adam, mind you, so I'm only going off the article as written. That said, while it's not strictly a lie to communicate deBoer's actions
by mrtranscendence 5y ago
I don't know deBoer from Adam, mind you, so I'm only going off the article as written. That said, while it's not strictly a lie to communicate deBoer's actions without conveying how psychosis played a role, it seems to leave out important context in favor of the presumption that he's simply an asshole. My assignment of credibility to deBoer could be substantially colored by learning of his psychosis and current efforts to remain treated.
- ksdale 5y agoI agree completely. As the parent says, people are entitled to form their own opinion of his credibility, but I don't see how you could possibly form an accurate opinion without knowledge of his mental state, and if you don't care to form an accurate opinion, then why bother?
- worik 5y agoLies are more than untruth. A lie is "[leaving] out the important context" The most effective way to lie is to use facts. Selectively
- watwut 5y agoWhen DeBoer calls it a lie, he is doing what he complains about - does not care about motivation or context in which that statement was given.
- zepto 5y agoWhat context are you accusing him of leaving out?