Something surprising I've learned from forums: intellectual dishonesty is an art form. When I write an essay on a controversial topic, I can usually predict what the median attack on it will be. But occasionally I'll see one of just breathtaking novelty.
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Making an argument that anticipates & rebuts possible contrary positions has been a part of formal rhetoric since antiquity. Any essay that shares something worthwhile should be expected to cause debate in the public salon. Besides, lack of pushback leaves thoughts flabby.
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I suppose the point is that there is good faith pushback and bad faith pushback.
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