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Originally posted by KSig RC
That might be a valid point, if you're using it to claim that Hoosier is straw manning the argument - I'm obviously not.
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Had to find a "straw man" definition:
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http://www.everything2.com/index.pl?node_id=164579
Sometimes crying "straw man!" is a method of avoiding debate.
It is true that the poor debate tactic of erecting a straw man does exist and is often used. Unfortunately, accusing someone of straw man is also a powerful tool to shut up those to whom you do not wish to listen.
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I think I know what you are saying.