Debbie wrote: > You misunderstand the point of the ad hominem rule. > It isn't to protect people's feelings and be nice, it is > to encourage people to present a cogent argument > about an idea rather than simply register their disdain > for the individual who advanced it (whether now or > at some other point in history).
Thank you, Debbie. It is very encouraging to observe your understanding. Peace be with you. David Miller. ---------- "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) http://www.InnGlory.org If you do not want to receive posts from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and you will be unsubscribed. If you have a friend who wants to join, tell him to send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he will be subscribed.
