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To: stuartcr
That really doesn't sound too bad, and it doesn't seem to say much of anything about his intellect.

I disagree. First, although ad hominems are all too common in debate, the use of a particularly insulting ad hominem like "moron" indicates a small mind. And secondly, the phrase "knock it off" implies a threat, an indication that reasoned debate is beyond the poster's ability, and so he must resort to imperatives.

237 posted on 12/17/2004 10:01:34 AM PST by beckett
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To: beckett

OK


242 posted on 12/17/2004 10:26:35 AM PST by stuartcr
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To: beckett
P.S. Also notice the quality of his defenders?

Familiar with the phrase, "pack mentality?"

When the light is shined on them, they behave just like the democrats during the last election.

280 posted on 12/17/2004 12:31:30 PM PST by Dataman
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