On the contrary, it is reasonable for people to update in response to this argument, such as if they realise they hold views that are inconsistent. For example, if they identify as a materialist, but haven’t actually thought through what a the materialist view of consciousness would entail, they might discover that this is not something they actually endorse.
you’re right—in the case where it points out a logical contradiction, it can be cause for update. It doesn’t necessarily help in what direction to update (away from materialism or away from p-zombies being possible).
On the contrary, it is reasonable for people to update in response to this argument, such as if they realise they hold views that are inconsistent. For example, if they identify as a materialist, but haven’t actually thought through what a the materialist view of consciousness would entail, they might discover that this is not something they actually endorse.
you’re right—in the case where it points out a logical contradiction, it can be cause for update. It doesn’t necessarily help in what direction to update (away from materialism or away from p-zombies being possible).