Playing "devil's advocate" on controversial issues, such as racism in science, or vaccination, is never really about a balanced "debate."
I help moderate several science communities; never ceases to amaze how people who don't follow the rules & get called out threaten to leave.
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Best way to contribute to a science discussion is by relying on peer reviewed evidence or calling on experts/activists for perspective.
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When discussing science that negatively or otherwise directly impacts on minorities, then lived experiences of those groups take priority.
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Saying something in support of dominance of majority groups in science (e.g.
#WhiteMalePrivilege) is not debate; it's affirming status quo.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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