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Comment author: faul_sname 07 February 2012 07:02:57PM 0 points [-]

all else being equal

That implies symmetry and curvaceousness of the persuader are secondary in importance in terms of the views you hold.

When did I ever say it was unethical? I have no ethical problem with the technique, but I don't think that's a particularly effective way to bring rational women into the LessWrong community.

Comment author: CharlieSheen 07 February 2012 08:28:43PM 1 point [-]

When did I ever say it was unethical? I have no ethical problem with the technique, but I don't think that's a particularly effective way to bring rational women into the LessWrong community.

You are right you didn't say it. But you did use the word "exploit" and that does carry such connotations.