Q: But then how can we avoid the (related but distinct)
pseudo-rationalist behavior of signaling your unbiased
impartiality by falsely claiming that the current balance
of evidence is neutral?
1a. If it is possible to be neutral, state that you have no opinion, and leave it at that.
1b. If it is not possible to neutral, state your bias, as completely as is possible.
Consider what motivates "false claims" of neutrality.
It is essentially a hedge against the risk/cost of bias.
Why is such a hedge necessary? It is an artifact of a "nuanced&qu... (read more)
1a. If it is possible to be neutral, state that you have no opinion, and leave it at that. 1b. If it is not possible to neutral, state your bias, as completely as is possible.
Consider what motivates "false claims" of neutrality.
It is essentially a hedge against the risk/cost of bias.
Why is such a hedge necessary? It is an artifact of a "nuanced&qu... (read more)