https://yourlogicalfallacyis.com/the-fallacy-fallacy … The fallacy fallacy: a bad argument in favor does not make a true statement false.
.@argletargle We'd need a clear model for logical uncertainty to discuss it more formally. But probability is conserved among hypotheses.
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@argletargle That means that the only way an argument can serve as evidence against a hypothesis is by serving as evidence for alternatives -
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@argletargle So a weak argument FOR something cannot reduce its probability. If a better argument exists, it serves as a floor. - 12 more replies
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