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Ahh, the concept of "debate". Kind of like public drinking fountains and earnest customer service, a dying (or already dead) breed.

Are there still debate teams in high schools and college?

Respect is the attitude that couples with debate. Lack of respect couples with being solely argumentative.

If one hopes to change another's mind or perspective, debate, not arguing, need be the method.

But who pays attention to logic and common sense as winning disciplines?

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In some circles, logic and common sense (or, if you want a more direct quote, "legal reasoning" and "Enlightenment rationalism" are deemed elements of a racist and antiquated legacy society that must be "questioned," i.e. abandoned.

Too many people don't even try to argue with logic and reason. Instead, they argue feelings and perceptions.

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As always, you hit the mark. Honestlly, I love how your brain works.😃

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What Cheryl Hogan said!😁

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