If they persist in stating false statistics, I counter with, "That's a lie." Not "that's not true," or "that isn't the case." I use "That's a lie." If they object, then state that if you persist in saying something that reality and experience contradict, then you're either ignorant or you're telling a lie - so which is it?
Raise the fundamental moral issue of self-defense - a concept that they are completely unwilling to face. I expose their cowardice and moral bankruptcy for what it is. That's their worst nightmare.
The idea is to put the irrational 'arguer' into a position where they're obliged to defend their position - a position that we all know is morally and logically indefensible.
When I debate, I am not talking to the person I am speaking with - I am talking to those who are undecided and listening to the back and forth.
My complaint is against those (primarily men) who argue with the Constitution as their main argument. Of course, it's a valid and true argument, but does nothing to convince the undecided middle.
By arguing with emotion, I stress the self-defense issue, hammering in on the idea of protecting not only themselves, but their family and friends as well.
Women react emotionally to the subject of attack, rape and our feelings of vulnerability. If you have 60 seconds to make an impression on someone, these are best buttons to push to make your point.
What a great line! Sorry...but I'm stealing it to use at school. ROFLMAO