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Depends on the refusal. Most bad faith argumentation is a pretty straightforward combination of misdirection, cherry picking, outright lying, "proof" by repeat
by TheOtherHobbes 4y ago
Depends on the refusal.
Most bad faith argumentation is a pretty straightforward combination of misdirection, cherry picking, outright lying, "proof" by repeated assertion, and a huge dose of personal insults and ridicule.
There's no need to stick to facts or logic if your opponent has made it clear it's not a good faith exchange.
The challenge is knowing how to calibrate responses for maximum effect on the audience - who are usually the real target - balanced between keeping credibility and staying relatable instead of dislikable.
The problem with pointing out logical fallacies is that it erodes both of those.
So you can end up being 100% right while appearing 100% wrong.
- nerdawson 4y agoIf you're trying to win over an audience based on fact, you've already lost. Emotion wins every single time. This is where you see a lot of really smart people trip up. They think that being right matters. It doesn't. > The challenge is knowing how to calibrate responses for maximum effect on the audience - who are usually the real target - balanced between keeping credibility and staying relatable instead of dislikable. 100%