Billo_Really

I'll say this again since censorship seems to be the order of the day.

Consider the source only to the point of not putting your all your eggs in one basket. Do not discount an assertion soley because you disagree (or do not like) the particular source used as justification. But do your own homework and find out for yourself using your own sources as to the authenticity of what was posted.

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Trajan Octavian Titus

And I'll add that you should always consider the source.

Don't take anything at face value if the source is on a certain topic then take it upon yourself to research multiple sites on that topic you will find that while the sites may be on the same subjects the linguistics involved can be dramatically different and to make an informed judgment you have to take all the subjective perspectives into consideration and through interpretation make your own objective decisions.

128shot

Use simple examples if you are explaining something over complex to somebody, its much easier. Particularly when it comes to sciences.


its a simple and effective way to bring a point across

jallman

Always maintain an air of confidence and assertiveness. Using words like "may" or "could" shows hesitation while stronger, more direct words will deflect the opponent and drive your point home. Also, I find that a calm detachment from the argument gives you a calculated edge and even better serves to infuriate your opponent...and that opens all manner of avenues to use his own momentum against him.

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George_Washington

I think it's important to maintain a certain level of respect for other people in the thread. I also think it's wise not to use condescending or sarcastic talk that deliberately puts the other person down or tries to belittle them. When I encounter threads where that's going on, I just try to stay out of them.

I think we should always try to have respect and tolerance for other people's views, no matter how stupid they may seem. It's just an online forum, anyway.

I think above all else: LEAVE THE ARROGANT BS BACK IN YOUR BATHROOM WHERE YOU CAN ACTUALLY BE MASTER OF THE UNIVERSE WITHOUT ANY COMPETITION. If you really think you're that much smarter than the rest of us, than go run for office or go write a book and get the hell off of this forum.

Conflict

It is arrogant in the first part to assume that your opinion speaks for the rest of the forum. This is a no no in debate. You must realize that you are one person and unless you are speaking as a representative of a constituency of this nation you should NOT attempt to speak for others.. no matter how strong your belief or convictions may be in their conformation.

WOW. Read above.

Bill O'Reilly is perhaps one of the most imperious personalities on any op-ed column anywhere on national television, save Hannity.

Please people... do not be like O'Reilly or Hannity. Try to look at the situation from a more objective and diverse angle.

I agree with this part but you seem to do a 180º in the latter.

Conflict

Try not to speak in run-on sentences which make forest gump look like your linguistic superior.

kal-el

Ouch, that had to hurt.

Stace

But I would add....don't be afraid to jump into a thread even if you aren't very educated on the subject matter. It's one of the best ways to learn, and most members will be more than willing to provide you with reliable sources for further education. Be honest about the fact that you don't know what you're talking about...don't try to pretend that you do. If your honest, others will understand and will be willing to help. Pretending to know something when you don't is a quick way to lose credibility.

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alphieb

Try to have a sense of humor and don't take things personal.