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Fallacies
by Decius at 12:17 am EDT, Jul 30, 2004

] A fallacy is, very generally, an error in reasoning. This
] differs from a factual error, which is simply being wrong
] about the facts. To be more specific, a fallacy is an
] "argument" in which the premises given for the conclusion
] do not provide the needed degree of support.

A collection of clue sticks for your next political "discussion." Read number 41 (Straw Man) for a good example.


Fallacies
by k at 11:53 am EDT, Jul 30, 2004

] A fallacy is, very generally, an error in reasoning. This
] differs from a factual error, which is simply being wrong
] about the facts. To be more specific, a fallacy is an
] "argument" in which the premises given for the conclusion
] do not provide the needed degree of support.

A collection of clue sticks for your next political "discussion." Read number 41 (Straw Man) for a good example.

[ Cool site. Nice to have a quick reference to these. I was particularly drawn to 2. Ad Hominem Tu Quoque. -k]


 
 
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