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That’s a really good example of not being explicitly supportive. It’s an objective statement. If I said “Roy Sullivan is the best in the world at being struck
by Waterluvian 3y ago
That’s a really good example of not being explicitly supportive. It’s an objective statement. If I said “Roy Sullivan is the best in the world at being struck by lightning” it may implicitly feel like I’m rooting for him. But I’m just stating a fact.
What would count?
“I think Roy Sullivan is the man to be struck an eighth time. He’s the best at it. I hope he succeeds.”
- pests 3y agoIs it though? When the fact is subjective to begin with? I would even say “Roy Sullivan is the best in the world at being struck by lightning” is not a fact at all but an opinion. And by giving an opinion you are passing judgement. How can you claim saying something such as "Washington was the best president" is in some way a fact? Can you find it in reference books? Is it defined from the laws of nature? Does anyone even believe my quote?
- Waterluvian 3y agoHe held the world record, so I’m comfortable saying he was the best at it. If that’s not sufficient and we’re interested in being a semantic pedantic, that’s not a discussion that interests me.
- pests 3y agoStill an opinion, sorry.
- pests 3y agoTo clarify some, "best" in “Roy Sullivan is the best in the world at being struck by lightning” is subjective. Who cares that he got hit three times? Okay, he was hit the most times. That is a fact. I saw a video of a guy getting hit and he did it with grace and elegance - I think hes the best at getting hit. How is "something is best" ever a fact?
- snickerbockers 3y agoSo the statement is that Sam Altman is the best person in the world at getting fired?
- Waterluvian 3y agoNot sure. But it’s different from saying they support Altman’s endeavour in being the best at it.