My parents just demanded citations. "Go to the library and research that." And if you posited an opinion, you'd better have three sources to back it up, and be able to demonstrate that you're aware of all arguments against it. Fastest way to lose ground with my parents is to not be aware of the critiques against one's position. Second fastest way: to be aware of critiques, unable to refute, and unwilling to change your position in light of the new facts.
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Date: 11 Mar 2005 11:22 pm (UTC)Eh, I love that quote.
My parents just demanded citations. "Go to the library and research that." And if you posited an opinion, you'd better have three sources to back it up, and be able to demonstrate that you're aware of all arguments against it. Fastest way to lose ground with my parents is to not be aware of the critiques against one's position. Second fastest way: to be aware of critiques, unable to refute, and unwilling to change your position in light of the new facts.