Mmastodon HealthMental Health first seen 23 h ago, last 19 h ago, peak #3
Logic only works on those who value truth
Original: Logic is a weapon that only works on people who care about the truth. ...for everyone else, it’s just noise. # blogging
A widely shared online aphorism argues that logic functions as a weapon only against people who care about the truth, and that for everyone else it is merely noise. The line has struck a chord with readers frustrated by bad-faith arguments in public debate, with many framing it as a comment on political polarization, misinformation and the exhaustion of trying to reason with those who argue without honest intent.
Why now: It resonates with widespread frustration over bad-faith arguments and misinformation in public discourse.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 4 snapshots from 23 h ago to 19 h ago.
Evidence
- Logic is a weapon that only works on people who care about the truth. ...for everyone else, it’s just noise. # blogging # bloggers # contentcreators # mentalhealth · bloggingwizard · 4
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