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165 Post author: Yvain 14 March 2009 02:11AM

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Comment author: pwno 14 March 2009 09:07:25PM 18 points [-]

I find a similar strategy useful when I am trying to argue my point to a stubborn friend. I ask them, "What would I have to prove in order for you to change your mind?" If they answer "nothing" you know they are probably not truth-seekers.