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LessWrong author discusses the strategic advantage of weaker arguments

The author reflects on a teacher's response to a question about drug use, where the teacher refused to answer to avoid being discredited. This anecdote leads to a discussion about how arguments are presented, particularly in essays. The author suggests that sometimes a weaker or less assertive argument can be more effective, as it avoids the pitfalls of trying to construct an overly strong case that can be easily attacked. AI

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LessWrong author discusses the strategic advantage of weaker arguments

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  1. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · Kaj_Sotala ·

    Not making a strong argument is a relief

    <p><span>When I was in middle school, one of our teachers gave us a “don’t do drugs” talk.</span></p><p><span>Somebody asked him whether he had ever used drugs himself. He replied something along the lines of:</span></p><blockquote><p><span>I’m not going to answer that question, …