We live in times where some people appear to be trying to ringfence certain subjects so that they cannot be discussed properly or subjected to reasoned arguments. This is a characteristic attribute of intolerance
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A Belief is Not a Fact
There are many beliefs in the world and they all generally have something in common and that is that they exhibit a confidence in the truth or existence of something that is not immediately susceptible to rigorous proof. Opinions are often an expression of these kind of beliefs, but they are als0 generally presented, certainly … Continue reading A Belief is Not a Fact
Responses to The Sham of Virtue Signalling Post
I got three comments to this blog post, although only one was made on this website, and, as it agreed with the points made, I will respond only to those that did not agree. https://petercwhitaker.wordpress.com/2021/07/04/the-sham-of-virtue-signalling/ Reply number one: I think that's a simplistic analysis. Most people feel powerless and unable to voice or create change. … Continue reading Responses to The Sham of Virtue Signalling Post
The Sham of Virtue Signalling
Virtue signalling requires little thought, no self-discipline, and can mask a serious deficit of knowledge in the subject concerned.
Without contraries is no progression
You cannot have a debate if everyone agrees; that would be a consensus.
Are We Losing the Art of Debate?
Recently, I have posted on certain subjects that tend to be a little contentious. I did not do it to inflame public opinion, I certainly do not have a following large enough to do that anyway, but because these subjects interested me. I was also hoping to have an opportunity to debate them with like … Continue reading Are We Losing the Art of Debate?
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