If I'm going to have to explain irony as well as logic to you, Twitter will need to give me a shitload more characters.
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Replying to @Grange95 @DavidPurdum
But you understand the meaning of the terms. That you are using the term degenerate here ironically means you are fully aware of its non-ironic usage. That also implies you are aware of the degenerate gamblers that feed the industry.
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Replying to @SethBurn @DavidPurdum
I'm aware *some* gamblers are degenerate ("problem") gamblers. That's a far cry from your contention that *all* gambling is degenerate.
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Replying to @Grange95 @DavidPurdum
Actually, my statement is that the act of gambling is degenerate in general. I listed some exceptions, such as advantage gambling, or min-bets for interest on an event. However, pretty much every bet at a roulette table? People seeking a dopamine hit.
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Replying to @SethBurn @DavidPurdum
Again, you're question begging. You define "degenerate" as "any wagering for pleasure". But you haven't established that seeking a dopamine hit is, in and of itself, "degenerate".
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Replying to @Grange95 @DavidPurdum
What actions would you define as degenerate? BTW, enjoyed this: http://craakker.blogspot.com/2016/06/running-v-pokerheads-up-for-rollz.html …
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Replying to @SethBurn @DavidPurdum
To me, "degenerate" involves excessive pleasure seeking to the point there is harm or a loss of control. Gambling is not inherently degenerate, but can be. Much like other hedonistic activities.
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Replying to @Grange95 @DavidPurdum
So how would you define the gateway actions that preceded the loss of control? It would seem by your definition, someone risking his paycheck is acting in a degenerate fashion, but the preceding $20, $50, $100 bets would not be considered degenerate actions.
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Replying to @SethBurn @DavidPurdum
Slippery slope fallacy! I hit the trifecta! Also, yes it's possible to gamble (or pursue other hedonistic activities) in moderation. It is the lack of moderation that is the hallmark of the degenerate.
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Replying to @Grange95 @DavidPurdum
You have a strange affection to presuming people who disagree with you are committing fallacies. The question relates quite directly to hedonism. We can agree that when someone no longer acts in moderation, they are being self destructive.
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I have a degree in philosophy. Your three fallacies I called out are textbook examples.
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Replying to @Grange95 @DavidPurdum
Then we both have degrees in philosophy. The anteceding actions need not to have inevitability led to the following actions for them to be relevant. A slippery slope presumes an inevitable follow-up.
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