
Ad Hominem Fallacy, The
Attacking the Person Instead of the Argument
Author: William Rands
Narrated by: Alice Venderra
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Published: 22nd January 2025
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Logical integrity forms the bedrock of meaningful communication and rational discourse. It represents the commitment to sound reasoning, free from fallacies and emotional manipulations, and ensures that arguments are evaluated based on their merits rather than irrelevant distractions. In a world increasingly influenced by misinformation, polarized debates, and the rise of social media as a dominant platform for discussion, maintaining logical integrity is not merely an intellectual exercise but a societal necessity.
Logical integrity ensures that debates and discussions remain focused on the issues at hand rather than devolving into personal attacks or irrelevant diversions. It creates a framework where ideas can be contested on their validity, fostering environments that encourage growth, understanding, and the pursuit of truth. Without this foundation, discourse often degenerates into conflict, with positions hardened by bias and arguments obscured by fallacies.
One of the most pervasive threats to logical integrity is the ad hominem fallacy, a rhetorical misstep that attacks the individual rather than addressing the argument itself. This fallacy undermines productive discourse by shifting attention away from the substance of the debate and toward irrelevant or personal criticisms. The prevalence of ad hominem attacks, especially in modern communication platforms like social media, highlights a troubling trend: the erosion of logical integrity in public and private discourse alike.
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ISBN: 9798347743889
Published: 22nd January 2025
Format: Digital Audiobook
Language: English
Publisher: Valeria Rama LLC
Duration: 02:45.59
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