Ad Hominem Description: Attacking the person making the argument rather than the argument itself. Example: “You can’t trust her opinion on climate change; she’s not even a scientist.” Straw Man Description: Misrepresenting or oversimplifying someone’s...
Examples of Confirmation Bias Biased Search for Information People tend to seek out information that aligns with their existing beliefs or opinions. This might mean selectively reading news sources, following certain influencers, or choosing search terms that confirm...
Argument Tactics Often Used by Conservatives in Debates with Liberals Appeal to Individual Responsibility Example: Emphasizing personal accountability in arguments about economic or social issues, like poverty or education. Fallacy Risk: Oversimplification – Ignoring...
Argument Tactics Often Used by Liberals in Debates with Conservatives Appeal to Morality or Compassion Example: Focusing on empathy and societal responsibility, such as arguing for social programs based on the need to help the disadvantaged. Fallacy Risk: Appeal to...
Pet Peeves from Conservatives about Liberals Perceived Overreliance on Government Solutions Conservatives often feel liberals favor government intervention and regulation too heavily, undermining personal responsibility and the free market. Focus on Identity Politics...
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