MichaelBishop comments on Rationality Quotes - June 2009 - Less Wrong

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Comment author: MichaelBishop 16 June 2009 08:44:14PM 0 points [-]

I used the term ceteris paribus because its literal definition is precisely what I meant. Going forward I will simply write, "all else equal." Ha, here's a chance to use it: All else equal, I prefer people quoting Moldbug choose interesting, pithy, and most importantly, enlightening, quotes. Its true this has the, IMO, unfortunate side effect of increasing Moldbug's status, but I consider that to be of secondary importance.

Note, I was making other points as well, e.g. a quote is more useful to me if people know and respect its author.

Comment author: orthonormal 16 June 2009 10:28:17PM 1 point [-]

Upon further reflection, it was uncharitable of me to disregard your ceteris paribus for the reason I did (which has nothing to do with Latin versus English; I'm one of those who prefer ceteris paribus to "all else equal").

Comment author: MichaelBishop 16 June 2009 11:03:44PM 0 points [-]

thanks.