fromA Philosopher's Blog1 month agoWinning an ArgumentPhilosophical arguments require sound premises and logical reasoning, focusing on understanding rather than defeating opponents.
fromA Philosopher's Blog1 month agoPerfect Analogy FallacyArguments by analogy can effectively support claims but must meet logical standards to avoid fallacies.
fromA Philosopher's Blog2 months agoAppeal to Tradition I: Family of FallaciesThe appeal to tradition is a fallacy often used to defend outdated beliefs and practices.Addressing the appeal to tradition can help in recognizing and countering flawed arguments.
fromA Philosopher's Blog2 months agoProtests: Denial of AssociationDenial of Association is a fallacy where negative claims about a group are dismissed by asserting accused members aren't true members, lacking evidence.
philosophyfromBig Think2 months agoDaniel Dennett's 4 rules for a good debateStraw man arguments misrepresent opposing views, poisoning debates instead of fostering productive dialogue.