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Dealing with Logical Fallacies
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Module 8
Ad Hominem and Diversionary Tactics
1
Addressing Ad Hominem Attacks: Focus on Argument, Not Appearance
Deconstruct and counter Ad Hominem attacks that target character based on appearance or relationship status instead of the argument at hand.
Disarming Poisoning the Well & Guilt by Association
Deconstruct and counter Poisoning the Well and Guilt by Association, which attempt to discredit a person before they can speak.
3
Unmasking Appeal to Motive
Deconstruct and counter Appeal to Motive, which dismisses an argument by inventing a sinister motivation behind a person's choices.
4
Spotting and Countering Red Herrings
Deconstruct and counter Red Herring arguments that deliberately divert the conversation away from the core issue of autonomy.
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