At this point, it’s important that the deconstructed argument is a faithful rendition of the original claim. You don’t want to construct a straw man that is a weakened version of the original claim, making it easier to debunk. Instead, you want to build a “steel man” version of the original claim—as strong an argument as possible.
Not that I disagree, but this is why the lie gets halfway around the world before the truth can get its boots on.
Don’t feed the trolls. This is part of the old internet knowledge that was lost.
Engaging bad faith actors does nothing but draw attention. If you have to engage, mock them. Never, ever treat them like they are serous and have a legitimate position that requires a counter argument.
Not that I disagree, but this is why the lie gets halfway around the world before the truth can get its boots on.
Don’t feed the trolls. This is part of the old internet knowledge that was lost.
Engaging bad faith actors does nothing but draw attention. If you have to engage, mock them. Never, ever treat them like they are serous and have a legitimate position that requires a counter argument.