Posted by AuntieMel on June 8, 2005, at 8:27:30
In reply to Re: not that strong, posted by alexandra_k on June 7, 2005, at 18:33:05
I love a good debate as much as the next guy. Just ask anyone here....
But - one of the first things kids learn in language arts is how to read a sentence and label it "fact" or "opinion."
Debating "facts" - or using logic to show that a set of premises naturally come to a conclusion is one thing - and one that no one should have any problem with, because the premises can be shown to be true or untrue.
Debating "opinion" however is usually an exercise in futility. Opinion doesn't involve just facts, it also involves feelings and personal experiences.
And anytime feelings are brought into an argument there is a strong chance they will get hurt.
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