The toupée fallacy is named for a particular example of the informal fallacy that goes something like this: All toupées […]
logic
Good Arguing: the low-hanging fruit
So I’ve talked in the last few posts about making good arguments by addressing the substance of your opponent’s position […]
logic
Good Arguing: How to steelman (and why it’s hard)
In the last couple of posts I’ve been exploring different ways in which it’s possible to make bad arguments against […]
atheism, logic
Don’t do this either
Okay, so we’ve pretty well covered how not to talk to and about people you disagree with, right? It can […]
comic, logic, philosophy
Common Ground
In formal logic, a premise is a plank of an argument. If your premises are true and the form of […]
links, logic, politics, sexuality, skepticism
Interesting links of the day
Jurors acquit suspect, then give him their jury pay. They say it’s still not enough to make up for what […]
logic, politics, skepticism
Top 10 Logical Fallacies in Politics
Wonder how he managed to narrow it down to ten…. This is a very good list explanations and examples of […]