I probably disagree with some interpretations of that wording, too. I do wish there were less current-event politics on the site (even on personal blogs), and I do think there’s something in the “other people’s rationality” idea about what is mind-killing and annoying about discussing politics. But I don’t think it’s quite the natural divider that would make a good rule. I give it as a pointer and a guideline about when to think twice (and thrice) before posting.
Actually, I think the rule I try to follow is “if I want to complain about other people are confused, check and see if I am also confused in that way, and then write the post about that personal experience.” (This is what I did for Schelling Choice is Rabbit)
I probably disagree with some interpretations of that wording, too. I do wish there were less current-event politics on the site (even on personal blogs), and I do think there’s something in the “other people’s rationality” idea about what is mind-killing and annoying about discussing politics. But I don’t think it’s quite the natural divider that would make a good rule. I give it as a pointer and a guideline about when to think twice (and thrice) before posting.
Yeah that seems more reasonable.
Actually, I think the rule I try to follow is “if I want to complain about other people are confused, check and see if I am also confused in that way, and then write the post about that personal experience.” (This is what I did for Schelling Choice is Rabbit)