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No, I think the purpose of citing claims is to demonstrate that they have validity. People can disagree about what constitutes "validity" and the citation is o
by pseut 13y ago
No, I think the purpose of citing claims is to demonstrate that they have validity. People can disagree about what constitutes "validity" and the citation is often inappropriate. But you shouldn't intentionally cite a source that shows your claim has no support, you just shouldn't make the claim. (at least, that's my impression of hnetiquette)
- Cushman 13y agoAcademic citation isn't an honor system. They're there so you can look them up. That said, your point is effectively what I was saying in that the statement "I have personal experience with this" taken in good faith is much more supportive than a link which does not actually support my point, yet the latter frequently passes without comment.
- pseut 13y agoThey're there so that you can look them up, but they're expected to justify your claim. It's not a scavenger hunt either.