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Luke_A_Somers comments on How to debate when authority is questioned, but really not needed? - Less Wrong Discussion

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Comment author: Luke_A_Somers 23 February 2015 01:09:33PM 1 point [-]

That would certainly be very effective.

The typical response to this is flat incredulity. This is particularly effective if your screen-name is not your actual name, and doubly so if you are the least bit reluctant to reveal your identity.