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To: MrB

You’re missing the point. To have a valid argument your assumption or assertion must be backed by some kind of coherent and relevant reasoning to have a valid conclusion.


100 posted on 02/05/2014 1:48:17 PM PST by PapaNew
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To: PapaNew

Indeed, assumptions need to have a basis, ie, based on something objective and unchanging.

But I was actually referring to the “coherent reasoning” aspect when I said something to the effect of “following the same process”.

Two people can be the most rational and intelligent and logical people around, and both following flawless logic, reach different conclusions because they started from different assumptions.


101 posted on 02/05/2014 1:51:51 PM PST by MrB (The difference between a Humanist and a Satanist - the latter admits whom he's working for)
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