MODR 1730 Lecture 20: feb 13th
17 Feb 2019
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What follows are some principles of good argumentation. A strong arguer adheres to all the principles. Otherwise, even if she wins" an argument it"s considered weak. When arguers commit fallacies , the fallacies may connect with these principles. This principle demands that a conclusion must be proven as solidly as possible. Arguers have the same goal of finding the best possible answer/ plan, conclusion- whoever it belongs to. The result is about accuracy , argument strength, not about winning". We are aiming for a strong plausible argument. Almost any fallacy we study may violate the truth seeking principle. The respect principle demands that all arguers have the right to offer their own viewpoints. This principle distinguishes arguer from argument - the two should not be conflated. Someone can have a good argument , regardless about what you think of the actual arguer.
