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Discussion in 'BBS Hangout: Debate & Discussion' started by justtxyank, Jan 15, 2019.

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    Happy 4th of July @tinman

     
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    Interestingly enough, I have found that going out of my way to avoid personal attacks on anyone, but instead focus 100% on attacking viewpoints actually results in more vitriol not less.
     
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    Well of course. Personal attacks validates a person, because they've made you upset. Now you're the dumb blue haired liberal they've triggered. Attacking their ideas might make them re-think what they believe, and cognitive dissonance is a scary feeling.
     
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    Really wish the rules were harsher, and that personal insults would result in a timeout.

    Forums can become toxic without moderation - IMHO, we would be better off with stricter rules.

    DD
     
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    I hope nobody or their brother gets shot in the face in Austin
    Travis heights
    Circle C
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    Steiner ranch
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    Dripping springs
    @Os Trigonum @Deckard
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    rent free
     

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